SOLUTION: 2x2+3squared-4+3x5 = 14 Of course the 3 squared is 9, where do we place parenthesis to make the answer 14?

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Question 208168: 2x2+3squared-4+3x5 = 14
Of course the 3 squared is 9, where do we place parenthesis to make the answer 14?
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Can I use two sets of parentheses? If so, then try this:

2*2 + (3^2 -(4+3))*5
2*2 + (3^2 - 7) *5
2*2 + (9-7)*5
2*2 + 2*5
4 + 10
14

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