To simplify the expression \( 12 - 2^3 + 4 \div 2 + 2^4 \) using the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS), follow these steps:
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Calculate the powers:
- \( 2^3 = 8 \)
- \( 2^4 = 16 \)
Now the expression looks like: \[ 12 - 8 + 4 \div 2 + 16 \]
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Next, perform the division:
- \( 4 \div 2 = 2 \)
Now the expression updates to: \[ 12 - 8 + 2 + 16 \]
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Now, perform the operations from left to right:
- Start with \( 12 - 8 = 4 \)
- Then, \( 4 + 2 = 6 \)
- Finally, \( 6 + 16 = 22 \)
So, the simplified value of the expression is: \[ \boxed{22} \]