To simplify the expression \( 17 \cdot 2 - 42 + 6 \), follow the order of operations:
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First, calculate \( 17 \cdot 2 \): \[ 17 \cdot 2 = 34 \]
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Next, substitute this back into the expression: \[ 34 - 42 + 6 \]
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Now, perform the subtraction \( 34 - 42 \): \[ 34 - 42 = -8 \]
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Finally, add 6 to the result: \[ -8 + 6 = -2 \]
Thus, the expression \( 17 \cdot 2 - 42 + 6 \) simplifies to \(-2\).
It seems none of the provided response options (66, 24, 56, 32) include the correct answer \(-2\).