Question

What is the answer to 2(-1)+10

Answer 1

8

Explanation:

Use PEMDAS: Parenthesis, Exponent, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction

Step 1: Multiply 2 and -1

2(-1) + 10

-2 + 10

Step 2: Add -2 and 10

-2 + 10

8

Answer: 8

Answer 2

Answer: -8

Explanation:

2(-1) +10

Open the bracket

2 x ( -1) + 10; be mindful of the sign, as negative multiplied by positive equals negative

-2 + 10

-8

I hope this helps.