Math Problem Statement

Solve the expression: (12 - 10[(7 - 13) ÷ 2 - 2]) ÷ 2

Solution

Let's solve the given mathematical expression:

The expression is:

1210[(713)÷22]2\frac{12 - 10[(7 - 13) \div 2 - 2]}{2}


Step 1: Simplify inside the parentheses

Start with 7137 - 13: 713=67 - 13 = -6


Step 2: Division inside the brackets

6÷2=3-6 \div 2 = -3


Step 3: Subtract 2 from the result

32=5-3 - 2 = -5

Now, the expression inside the brackets becomes 5-5.


Step 4: Multiply by 10

The updated expression is: 1210(5)12 - 10(-5)

10×(5)=5010 \times (-5) = -50


Step 5: Simplify the numerator

12(50)=12+50=6212 - (-50) = 12 + 50 = 62


Step 6: Divide the result by 2

622=31\frac{62}{2} = 31


Final Answer:

The value of the expression is:

31\boxed{31}


Would you like further clarification on any step or additional examples?

Related Questions:

  1. How do you simplify expressions with nested parentheses and brackets?
  2. What is the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS)?
  3. How do you handle negative numbers in arithmetic operations?
  4. What happens when multiplying a negative number by a positive one?
  5. Can you solve more complex expressions with fractions and exponents?

Tip: Always work step-by-step in order (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Order of Operations
Arithmetic with Negative Numbers
Division and Multiplication
Simplification of Expressions

Formulas

Order of Operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS)
Simplification of brackets and parentheses

Theorems

Properties of Negative Numbers
Distributive Property of Multiplication

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8