SOLUTION: I have this problem that says simplify
5[42-(10-90)]
i came up with 610 and I'm not so sure its right can someone help me thanks
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5[42-(10-90)]
i came up with 610 and I'm not so sure its right can someone help me thanks
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Question 250701: I have this problem that says simplify
5[42-(10-90)]
i came up with 610 and I'm not so sure its right can someone help me thanks Answer by drk(1908) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Here is the original equation:
5[42-(10-90)]
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Using order of operations, 10-90 first.
5[42-(-80)]
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a double negative is positive. So,
5[42+80]
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Now, we simplify the (_)
5[122]
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Finally multiply to get 610.
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