Question

Simplify 10x2 – 32
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Answer 1

Answer: -12

Explanation:

According to the order of operations (P.E.M.D.A.S.), the first step would be to multiply 10 by 2.

10 × 2 - 32

↓

20 - 32

For our final step we need to subtract 20 from 32 to get our answer.

20 - 32

↓

-12

According to the steps taken, 10 × 2 - 32 is -12.

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Answer 2

- 12

Explanation:

10 x 2 -32 (multiply the numbers)

20 - 32 (Calculate)

Solution = -12