Question

Simplify. 2^3 + 4⋅8 A. 40 B. 80 C.96 D. 160

Answer 1

Its 40

Explanation:

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Answer 2

A. 40

Explanation:

2^3 + 4 x 8

Exponents are always done first so 2^3 equals 8.

8 + 4 x 8

Then multiplication is completed next, or 4 x 8. This would equal 32.

8 + 32

Simplify.

40