Solving Multistep Problems with Positive and Negative Decimals Using the Order of Operations

The video tutorial explains how to solve multistep problems with positive and negative decimals using the order of operations. It highlights common mistakes, such as relying on acronyms, and emphasizes the correct approach. Two example problems are solved step-by-step to demonstrate the application of the order of operations, including handling parentheses, exponents, multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction.

What is a common mistake students make when learning the order of operations?

• Ignoring multiplication and division

• Focusing too much on the acronym

• Starting with subtraction

• Using only positive numbers

In the first example, what is the result after simplifying within the parentheses?

• -11.32

• -8.22

• 1.11

• 4.10

What operation is performed after multiplication in the first example?

• Subtraction

• Exponentiation

• Division

• Addition

In the second example, what is the result of squaring 1.6?

• 2.56

• 3.20

• 1.96

• 4.00

What is the final answer in the second example after all operations are completed?

• 2.56

• 1.60

• 5.86

• 3.30