Question

Simplify the expression 43 + 2(3 − 2).

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Answer 1

Multiply the bracket by 2

43+2(3-2)

Follow PEMDAS

P= parentheses

E=exponents

M= multiplication

A= Addition

S= Subtraction

43+2(3-2)

43+6-2

Add next

49-4

45

There is no choice for 45 even though it is the right answer.

Answer is 45

Answer 2

45.

Explanation:

Work out the parentheses first.

43 + 2(3 − 2)

= 43 + 2 * 1

= 45.