Question

Evaluate –32 + (2 – 6)(10)

Answer 1

-72

Explanation:

Use PEMDAS and solve from left to right.

2 - 6 = -4

Parenthesis means multiplication.

-4 x 10 = -40

Then you add the negatives.

-32 + -40 or

-32 - 40 = -72

Answer 2

-72

Explanation:

-32 + (2-6)(10)

-32 + (-4)(10)

-32 + -40

-72