SOLUTION: (-3.3)x[(2.1)-(12.8-(-0.4))] I have to solve this using Basic order of operations but not sure where to start. The answer must be rounded to the nearest hundredth. Thanks in a

Algebra ->  Signed-numbers -> SOLUTION: (-3.3)x[(2.1)-(12.8-(-0.4))] I have to solve this using Basic order of operations but not sure where to start. The answer must be rounded to the nearest hundredth. Thanks in a      Log On


   



Question 559390: (-3.3)x[(2.1)-(12.8-(-0.4))]
I have to solve this using Basic order of operations but not sure where to start. The answer must be rounded to the nearest hundredth. Thanks in advance

Answer by silver13(1) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
First do the innermost parenthesis
(12.8-(-0.4))
Which becomes 12.8+0.4
=13.2
Next, (2.1-13.2)
=-11.1
Lastly, -3.3 x -11.1
=36.63
This answer is correct, I hope this helps