SOLUTION: Hi, I need help with the problem: 3+ (1 + 2^3)^2 I keep getting different answers. When I worked it I got 68, but when I used my calculator it said 84. Thanks

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Question 94319: Hi, I need help with the problem:
3+ (1 + 2^3)^2
I keep getting different answers. When I worked it I got 68, but when I used my calculator it said 84.
Thanks
Answer by edjones(8007) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2%5E3=2%2A2%2A2=8
8+1=9
9%5E2=81
3+81=84
Ed Jones