The answer is 32.8 . . .
Start by adding the two numbers inside the parentheses:
(2.3 + 1.7) = (4)
Then multiply the sum of the two numbers, or what’s inside the parentheses by the number outside of the parentheses:
8.2(4) = 32.8
8.2 x 4 = 32.8
Hope this helps!