SOLUTION: Can someone help me with this problem? I need to insert grouping symbols in the proper place so that the given value of the expression is obtained. 5 - 3 x 2 + 8 x 5 - 2

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Question 49439: Can someone help me with this problem?
I need to insert grouping symbols in the proper place so that the given value of the expression is obtained.
5 - 3 x 2 + 8 x 5 - 2; 28
Thanks,
Sher
Found 2 solutions by stanbon, pwac:
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(5 - 3) x 2 + 8 x (5 - 2); 28
2 x 2 + 8 x 3
4 + 24
28
cheers,
Stan H.

Answer by pwac(253) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(5-3)x2 +8(5-2)=28
Pete