Question

Using the order of operations, what should be done first to evaluate mc019-1.jpg?

Divide 12 by 5.
Multiply –6 and 3.
Divide 12 by –6.
Add 3 and –2.

the pic is the .jpg

Answer 1

Answer: C) Divide 12 by –6

Answer 2

"Multiply –6 and 3"

Explanation:

For order of operations, we follow the rule PEMDAS

• We do PARENTHESIS first, then
• Exponents, then
• Multiplication, then
• Division, then
• Addition, then
• Subtraction

In this problem, we have parenthesis, so (-6)(3) should be done first.

Hence, we should multiply -6 and 3.