Question

Simplify the following expression.

Answer 1

12 - 5[(4 +2)² - (22 + 10)]

Remember to follow PEMDAS. First, solve both parenthesis

12 - 5[(4 +2)² - (22 + 10)]

12 - 5[(6)² - (32)]

Next, solve the exponent

(6)² = 6 x 6 = 36

12 - 5[(36) - (32)]

Then, solve the bracket.

36 - 32 = 4

12 - 5[4]

Next, multiply

-5 x 4 = -20

Finally, subtract.

12 - 20 = -8

None of the above. The answer is -8. Please check the answers and the question again

~Rise Above the Ordinary

Answer 2

$$ 12 - 5[(4 + 2)\div\2 - (22 + 10)]= 157 $$
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