SOLUTION: what is the best solution for this pemdas? 2[7(14-2^2)=5]- 18

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Question 908091: what is the best solution for this pemdas? 2[7(14-2^2)=5]- 18
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, stanbon:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2[7(14-2^2)=5]- 18
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2[7(14-4)]+5] - 18
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2[7(10)+5] - 18
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2[75] - 15
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150 - 15
135
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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