Problem 85
Question
Simplify: \(-16-8 \div 4 \cdot(-2) .\) (Section \(1.8,\) Example 4 )
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
-12.
1Step 1: Apply BIDMAS/PEMDAS rule
According to BIDMAS/PEMDAS, division operation should be carried out first. In the given expression: -16 - 8 ÷ 4 × (-2), divide 8 by 4 to get 2.
2Step 2: Continue with BIDMAS/PEMDAS rule
Next step according to BIDMAS/PEMDAS, multiplication operation should be carried out. Multiply the answer of division i.e. 2 with -2. This gives -4.
3Step 3: Final operation according to BIDMAS/PEMDAS rule
Now, subtract -4 from -16 to get -12.
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