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Algebra Review
Example 2

Example 2: Mixed Algebra Review

Step-by-step worked example for this lesson track.

Problem

Evaluate 5+−1⋅4−8\text{Evaluate }5+-1\cdot4-8

1. Recognize Pattern

a+b⋅d−c⇒a+(bd)−ca+b\cdot d-c\Rightarrow a+(bd)-c

2. Apply Method

−3+−7⋅8−3=−62-3+-7\cdot8-3=-62

3. Conclude

5+(−1⋅4)−8=−75+(-1\cdot4)-8=-7

Final answer

5+(−1⋅4)−8=−75+(-1\cdot4)-8=-7
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