How do you find the value of 2(6^2-9)?

1 Answer
Oct 28, 2016

54

Explanation:

When evaluating expressions with color(blue)"mixed operations" there is a particular order that must be followed.

Follow the order as set out in the acronym PEMDAS.

rArr(6^2-9)=(36-9)=27larrcolor(red)"bracket with exponent"

rArr2(27)=2xx27=54larrcolor(red)" then multiplication"