When solving an equation with two variables, replace the variables with the values given and then solve the now variable-free equation. (Remember order of operations, PEMDAS, Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction.)
If b = -3 and x = 9, what is the value of -5b(b - x)?
| 42 | |
| -180 | |
| -60 | |
| 54 |