Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 1 - Section 1.3 - Operations on Real Numbers and Order of Operations - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 27: 14

Answer

The multiplication must happen first due to order of operations.

Work Step by Step

According to order of operations, we know that multiplication and division must come before addition and subtraction. Thus, you are required to multiply the two before adding the three.
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