Question

Evaluate the expression. \(-8 x\) when \(x=6\)

Short answer

The value of the given expression \(-8 x\) when \(x=6\) is \(-48\).

Step-by-step solution

Substitute

Firstly, replace the variable \(x\) in the expression \(-8x\) with the value that has been given, which is 6. This will result in the expression turning into \(-8(6)\).

Simplify

Now after substituting, the expression becomes \(-8*6\). Multiply it which gives \(-48\).