Question

What is the first step in evaluating the expression, 6 - ( 4/2 •5)^2

Answer 1

-94

Explanation:

BODMAS

START WITH THE BRACKET

`6 - ({ (4)/(2) * 5 })^(2)`

`6 - ({2 * 5})^(2) \\ 6 - {10}^(2) \\ 6 - 100 \\ = - 94`

Answer 2

BEDMAS

4/2= 2x5=10
6-(10)^2
6-100
-94