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Question

Simplify the expression.

5+4⋅(8−6)2

Answer 1

To simplify the expression, follow the order of operations, also known as PEMDAS:

5 + 4*(8-6)^2

First, solve the parentheses:
5 + 4*(2)^2

Next, solve the exponent:
5 + 4*4

Then, perform the multiplication:
5 + 16

Finally, perform the addition:
21

Therefore, the simplified expression is 21.