Question

Simplify the expression below.

3 · -8 + 5 - 4 ÷ 2

A-11.5
B-21
C-12.5
S-27

Answer 1

3 · -8 + 5 - 4 ÷ 2

Use PEMDAS

P=parenthesis

E=exponents

M= multiplication

A= addition

S=subtraction

-24+5- 4÷ 2

-19-2

=-21

Answer is B-21

Answer 2

B. -21

Explanation:

You have to follow PEMDAS

3*-8=-24

So, -24+5-4÷2

-4÷2=-2

So, -24+5-2

Then add and subtract from left to right

-24+5=-19

-19-2=-21