Question

Evaluate the expression when y=5 and x=32
x-3y

Answer 1

17

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

x - 3y

y = 5, x = 32

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in variables: 32 - 3(5)
2. Multiply: 32 - 15
3. Subtract: 17