Simplify: 12 × (13 - 2 × 5) =?
- -144
- 660
- 36
- 42
Explanation
Using the order of operations (PEMDAS), we get:
Evaluate the expression inside the parentheses:
- 2 × 5 = 10
- 13 - 10 = 3
Now, multiply 12 by the result:
- 12 × 3 = 36
So, the correct answer is 36.
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