If x = -2, what is the value of x³ + 3x² - 2x + 1?

A) 13

B) 15

C) 17

D) 11

Explanation

(-2)³+3(-2)²-2(-2)+1 = -8+12+4+1 = 9. Let me recalculate: -8+12=4, 4+4=8, 8+1=9. Hmm, revisiting: -8+12+4+1=9.