Question

Perform the indicated operations: (-2)2 + ( 5)(-3)

Answer 1

-2 * 2 = -4, and 5 * -3 = -15, so -4 + (-15) = -19

Explanation:

Answer 2

-19

Explanation:

(-2)2 + ( 5)(-3)

Following the rules of PEMDAS

Multiply and divide first

-4 + -15

Then add and subtract

-19