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What is the first step in evaluating the expression, 6 - ( 4/2 •5)^2

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Answer:

-94

Explanation:

BODMAS

START WITH THE BRACKET


6 - ({ (4)/(2) * 5 })^(2)


6 - ({2 * 5})^(2) \\ 6 - {10}^(2) \\ 6 - 100 \\ = - 94

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BEDMAS

4/2= 2x5=10
6-(10)^2
6-100
-94
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