Basic Substitution:

 Example: If f(x) = 2x + 4, and you want to find f(3), you substitute 3 for x:
o f(3) = 2 * 3 + 4 = 6 + 4 = 10. So, f(3) = 10.
2. More Complex Expressions:
 Example: If g(x) = x² - 3x + 1, find g(2).
o g(2) = 2² - 3 * 2 + 1 = 4 - 6 + 1 = -1. So, g(2) = -1.
3. Using Parentheses Carefully:
 Example: If h(p) = p² + 2p, find h(4).
o h(4) = 4² + 2 * 4 = 16 + 8 = 24. So, h(4) = 24.
4. Functions with Fractions or Decimals:
 Example: If j(x) = (x + 5) / 2, find j(1).
o j(1) = (1 + 5) / 2 = 6 / 2 = 3. So, j(1) = 3.
5. Negative Numbers:
 When dealing with negative numbers, be extra careful with exponents.
 Example: If k(x) = x² - 5, find k(-3).
o k(-3) = (-3)² - 5 = 9 - 5 = 4. So, k(-3) = 4.