Question

Using the order of operations, what should be done first to evaluate 6 + StartFraction (negative 5 minus 7) over 2 EndFraction minus 8 (3)

Answer 1

subtract 7 from -5

Answer 2

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Answer:

evaluate inside parentheses

Explanation:

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`6+((-5-7))/(2)-8(3)`

The operations inside parentheses (-5-7) are performed first. Then the division and multiplication in order left to right. Finally, the subtractions are done left to right.

`6+(-12)/(2)-8(3)=6-6-8(3)=6-6-24=0-24=-24`