Solve the following problem using the order of operations:
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Solve the following problem using the order of operations:
According to the order of operations, we'll first solve the expression in parentheses:
We obtain the following expression:
According to the order of operations, we'll multiply first and then add:
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\( 100+5-100+5 \)
The P in PEMDAS (Parentheses) always comes first! No matter what operations are around it, you must solve anything in parentheses before doing multiplication or addition.
Yes! This is called the Zero Property of Multiplication. Whether it's or , the answer is always 0.
You'd get the wrong answer! Going left to right gives different results. Always use PEMDAS - it's the universal rule that ensures everyone gets the same correct answer.
Never skip steps! Even though anything equals 0, you still need to follow PEMDAS order. Show each step to avoid mistakes.
Use the acronym PEMDAS: Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally. This helps you remember: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division (left to right), Addition/Subtraction (left to right).
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