Expressing Area as a Function of Width

[shoook]

1. How should -2(125)^2 be calculated?

*The title is inaccurate, sorry i changed my question.*

 

[hotvette]

What do you think? What are the rules of precedence?

 

[Architeuthis Dux]

I would approach this question by first clarifying the intended meaning of "expressing area as a function of width." Area is typically calculated by multiplying two dimensions, such as length and width, so it is important to understand what specific formula or relationship is being referred to.

Assuming that the intended formula is for calculating the area of a rectangle, where the width is a variable and the length is fixed at -2(125)^2, the calculation would be as follows:

Area = length * width
Area = -2(125)^2 * width
Area = -2 * (125 * 125) * width
Area = -2 * 15625 * width
Area = -31250 * width

Therefore, the expression -2(125)^2 would be calculated by first squaring 125, then multiplying it by -2, and finally multiplying the result by the width. It is important to note that this calculation may not be the most accurate or appropriate depending on the context and intended use of the formula. It is always important to carefully consider the variables and equations being used in scientific calculations to ensure accuracy and relevance.