Question

Simplify using order of operations: 2(5 – 8) x 42.

Answer 1

Hey there,

Lets solve this equation step by step,

First, Simplify 5−8 to −3


`2*-3x^4^2`

Simplify,


`-2*3x^4^2`

Simplify 2×3x^42 to 6x^42


`-6x^4^2`

Answer 2

To solve, we will use PEMDAS.
Parenthesis first: 2(-3) x 42
There are no exponents
Multiply 2 by -3: -6 x 42
Multiply -6 by 42: -252
Your answer is -252. Remember to always use PEMDAS!