How do you find the value of #2(6^2-9)#?

1 Answer
Oct 28, 2016

54

Explanation:

When evaluating expressions with #color(blue)"mixed operations"# there is a particular order that must be followed.

Follow the order as set out in the acronym PEMDAS.

#rArr(6^2-9)=(36-9)=27larrcolor(red)"bracket with exponent"#

#rArr2(27)=2xx27=54larrcolor(red)" then multiplication"#