Question

Which are equivalent to 5-3 × [10x (6-2)]? Select two options.

1. 2 × [10 × (4)]

2. 5-3×[40]

3. 2 × [40]

4. 5 less than 3 times the product of 10 and the difference of 6 and 2

5. the difference of 5 and 3 times the product of 10 and the difference of 6 and 2

Answer 1

Option 2 and Option 3 are equivalent to 5-3 × [10x (6-2)]

Explanation:

Option 2:

5-3 × [10x (6-2)] = 5-3 × [10x4] = 5-3 × 40 = 5-120 = -115

Option 3:

5-3 × [10x (6-2)] = 5-3 × 40 = 5-120 = -115