Question

What is the first step in evaluating the expression shown below? (12.9-3.1) x 6.2-2 + 43 00:00 Multiply 3.1 and 6.2. 00:00 Add 2 and 43 Subtract 3.1 from 12.9. Subtract 2 from 6.2.

Answer 1

We have to indicate the steps to follow in order to evaluate:

(12.9-3.1) x 6.2-2 + 43

So FIRST: we solve for the operation indicated inside the parenthesis

12.9 - 3.1 = 9.8 (we subtract 3.1 from 12.9)

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