Simplifying Complex Expressions

Algebra 1 · Axiom Academy

EXAMPLE Simplifying Complex Expressions Let's use the Order of Operations (PEMDAS) to simplify an expression step-by-step. Evaluate the expression using the order of operations (PEMDAS). Key Takeaways: The Order of Operations Nice work! You correctly simplified the expression. Here's a recap of the rules you followed: P arentheses: always evaluate expressions inside parentheses first. E xponents: after parentheses, resolve all exponents. M ultiplication and D ivision: these have equal priority. Perform them from left to right as they appear. A ddition and S ubtraction: these also have equal priority and are done last, from left to right. Following PEMDAS ensures that everyone arrives at the same correct answer for any given expression.

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