To solve the expression \( 2 - |13 \cdot -9| - 5 \), we will follow the order of operations:
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First, calculate the product inside the absolute value: \[ 13 \cdot -9 = -117 \]
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Next, compute the absolute value: \[ | -117 | = 117 \]
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Substitute this back into the original expression: \[ 2 - 117 - 5 \]
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Now, simplify the expression step by step. First, do \( 2 - 117 \): \[ 2 - 117 = -115 \]
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Finally, subtract 5: \[ -115 - 5 = -120 \]
Therefore, the final answer is: \[ \boxed{-120} \]