Q1. - Algebra 2

Question

Find the value of each expression.

$18-12÷3$ 

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Expression $18-12÷3$ results into 14

Step 1 - Order for simplification

To evaluate any expression involving more than one operation, follow the below order of operations:

• First evaluate expressions inside grouping symbols like parentheses ( ) or brackets [ ].
• Evaluate the exponents.
• Perform Multiplication and division from left to right.
• Perform addition and subtraction from left to right.

Step 2 - Divide 12 by 3

To evaluate given expression, first divide the terms as shown below

$18-12÷3=18-4$

Step 3 - Subtract 4 from 18

Not, to simplify further subtract the numbers from left to right to get, 

$18-4=14$