Question

Simplify the following expression : 3 ( 5 - 12 ) + 4 divided 2.

A. -19
B. 19
C. -23
D. -8.5

Answer 1

start by distributing the 3 across the parenthesis

15-36+4÷2

15-36+2

-21+2-19

your answer is A

I hope I've helped!

Answer 2

15 - 36 + 2 = -21 + 2 = -19..... so therefore, its A.