Solving the Equation: (8-(4-2)-(7-9)) x 9
This article will walk you through solving the equation (8-(4-2)-(7-9)) x 9 step-by-step, using the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).
Understanding the Order of Operations
Before we begin, let's remember 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)
Solving the Equation
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Simplify the inner parentheses:
- (4-2) = 2
- (7-9) = -2
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Substitute the simplified values:
- (8 - 2 - (-2)) x 9
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Simplify further:
- (8 - 2 + 2) x 9
- (8) x 9
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Multiply:
- 8 x 9 = 72