Solve what is in parenthesis first (5-9) = -4
Solve exponents next -4^3 = -64
Divide next
= -32
Lastly, subtract and resolve the negatives which become a positive number 125 - (-32) = 125 + 32 = 157
Solve exponents next -4^3 = -64
Divide next
= -32
Lastly, subtract and resolve the negatives which become a positive number 125 - (-32) = 125 + 32 = 157