How do you simplify 124(5−2)?

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Jim G.
Dec 1, 2016

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Explanation:

When evaluating an expression with mixed operations there is a particular order that must be followed.

Follow the order as set out in the acronym PEMDAS [Parenthesis(brackets), Exponents(powers), Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction ]

Evaluate the denominator.

4(5−2)=4×3=12← bracket /multiplication

⇒1212=1← division

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