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What is the value of -8(17-12)

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2 votes

Answer:

-40

Explanation:

-8(17 - 12)

= 17 - 12 = 5

= -8 x 5

= -40

User Joar
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Answer:

-40

Explanation:

-8(17-12)

={(-8) .17} - {(-8) . 12} [multiply the numbers inside the parenthesis with (-8)]

= -136 - (-96) [negative plus negative = positive]

= -136 + 96

= -40

User TienLuong
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