Answer:
298
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
(8 - (- 9))² + (-3 - (- 6))² ← evaluate the parenthesis before squaring
= (8 + 9)² + (- 3 + 6)²
= 17² + 3²
= 289 + 9
= 298
Answer: (8+9)^2 + (-3 + 6)^2
= 17^2 + 3^2
= 298. ANS.