Question

An expression is given.

3 × (8 + 2) ÷ 2

Which statement is true about the parentheses in this expression?
A.The parentheses indicate that 8 + 2 should be solved first.
B.The parentheses indicate that 8 + 2 should be solved last.
C.The parentheses indicate that 2 ÷ 2 should be solved last.
D.The parentheses indicate that 3 × 8 should be solved first.

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

because everything in the brackets should always be solved first

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Answer 2

A: the parentheses indicate that 8+2 should be solved first