4 - 13 - 5 + 8 -(-4) - 15/3 = _____?
4 - 13 - 5 + 8 -(-4) - 15/3 = _____?
Explanation
To evaluate this expression, we need to follow the order of operations (PEMDAS):
1. Subtract 13 from 4: 4 - 13 = -9
2. Subtract 5 from -9: -9 - 5 = -14
3. Add 8 to -14: -14 + 8 = -6
4. Add 4 to -6 (since -(-4) = 4): -6 + 4 = -2
5. Divide 15 by 3: 15 ÷ 3 = 5
6. Subtract 5 from -2: -2 - 5 = -7
So, the final answer is: -7