Solving (-6) + 5 ÷ (-2) + 1
This problem requires us to follow the order of operations, often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS or BODMAS:
Parentheses/ Brackets Exponents/ Orders Multiplication and Division (from left to right) Addition and Subtraction (from left to right)
Let's break down the problem step-by-step:
- Division: 5 ÷ (-2) = -2.5
- Addition: (-6) + (-2.5) = -8.5
- Addition: (-8.5) + 1 = -7.5
Therefore, the solution to (-6) + 5 ÷ (-2) + 1 is -7.5.