SOLUTION: I submitted a question and i did not complete what i needed.... i will rewrite the question 2(15-5)*(8+2) what is the order of operation? I said it is -,+,*,* the answer key

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Question 31482: I submitted a question and i did not complete what i needed....
i will rewrite the question
2(15-5)*(8+2)
what is the order of operation? I said it is -,+,*,*
the answer key says -,*,+,* is the answer.
although both orders give the same answer (200) is my answer incorrect?

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
200 is correct.
Cheers,
Stan H.

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