Question

find the value of the expression.

(45 - 4(2 + 9))

(45 - 4(2 + 9) = \square) (simplify your answer.)

Explanation:

Evaluate parentheses

$$ 2 + 9 = 11 $$

Perform multiplication

$$ 4 \times 11 = 44 $$

Perform subtraction

$$ 45 - 44 = 1 $$

Answer:

\(45-4(2+9) =\) <blank>1</blank>