Question

What is the value of the expression 9 + ( fraction 1 over 2 )4 ⋅ 48? (1 point)

A. 12

B. 15

C. 17

D. 18

Answer 1

A. 12

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

9 + (1/2)⁴ · 48

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Exponents: 9 + 1/16 · 48
2. Multiply: 9 + 3
3. Add: 12