Which shows how to insert parentheses to make the statement true?

12 - 3 * 2 + 6 = 24

A. (12 - 3) * 2 + 6 = 24

B. 12 - (3 * 2) + 6 = 24

C. 12 - 3 * (2 + 6) = 24

D. 12 - (3 * 2 + 6) = 24

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Mathematics

Axel Hood

16 July, 11:48

Which shows how to insert parentheses to make the statement true?

12 - 3 * 2 + 6 = 24

A. (12 - 3) * 2 + 6 = 24

B. 12 - (3 * 2) + 6 = 24

C. 12 - 3 * (2 + 6) = 24

D. 12 - (3 * 2 + 6) = 24

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Answers (2)

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Alayna Becker · Answer 1

A

Step-by-step explanation:

You always do the parentheses first. Then multiplication/division from left to right. Next adding or subtracting from left to right.

B=12

C = - 12

D=0

Gage · Answer 2

The answer should be a

Which shows how to insert parentheses to make the statement true?12 - 3 * 2 + 6 = 24A. (12 - 3) * 2 + 6 = 24B. 12 - (3 * 2) + 6 = 24C. 12 - 3 * (2 + 6) = 24D. 12 - (3 * 2 + 6) = 24

Which shows how to insert parentheses to make the statement true?

12 - 3 * 2 + 6 = 24

A. (12 - 3) * 2 + 6 = 24

B. 12 - (3 * 2) + 6 = 24

C. 12 - 3 * (2 + 6) = 24

D. 12 - (3 * 2 + 6) = 24