Question

Simplify expression 8- ( 8-2) \ 3

Answer 1

6

Explanation:

In order to solve this we must use order of operations or PEMDAS.

Parentheses:

First perform operations within parentheses. In this case, do 8-2.

Now we have 8 - 6 / 3.

Exponents:

There are no exponents.

Multiplication or Division:

Divide 6 by 3.

Now we have 8 - 2.

Addition or Subtraction:

Subtract 8-2.

The answer is 6