Question

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Evaluate the expression: [3^2 x (2.4 ÷ 4)] + 1.7

Answer 1

7.1

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

[3² × (2.4 ÷ 4)] + 1.7

Step 2: Evaluate

1. [Brackets] Exponents: [9 × (2.4 ÷ 4)] + 1.7
2. [Brackets] (Parenthesis) Division: [9 × 0.6] + 1.7
3. [Brackets] Multiplication: 5.4 + 1.7
4. Add: 7.1