Explanation

Step 1: Follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS)

First, calculate 6 × 4 × 0.5

Step 2: Calculate 6 × 4

6 × 4 = 24

Step 3: Multiply 24 by 0.5

24 × 0.5 = 12

Step 4: Add 2 to the result

2 + 12 = 14