Question

To find the value of the following expression, which task should be completed first?

7 1/4 × 22 + (8 1/2 - 2) ÷ 3

Answer 1

Paranthesis

Explanation:

Remember: PEMDAS!!!

P: Paranthesis

E: Exponents

M: Multiplication

D: Division

A: Addition

S: Subtraction

Paranthesis always comes first in the PEMDAS rule, so if an equation includes paranthesis, solve the paranthesis first!!!