Question

Simplify the expression using the order of operations. 2[16-5⋅2]÷4

Answer 1

`\boxed{\sf 3}`

Explanation:

Solve brackets first.

`2[16-5 \cdot 2]/4`

Multiply the terms in the brackets.

`2[16-10]/4`

Subtract the terms in the brackets.

`2[6]/4`

Divide the numbers.

`2((6)/(4) )`

Multiply.

`(12)/(4) =3`

Answer 2

3.

Explanation:

Solve in the order of pemdas.