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In this worksheet, we will learn how to use brackets on the calculator to work out the value of combined operations.

 

Example

 

766 - (-62.2)
-212 + 43.3
  =  
 
 

 

Method

Put brackets around the (top) and brackets around the (bottom).

 

On your calculator, key in the following:

( 766 - ( -62.2 ) ) ÷ ( -212 + 43.3 ) =

 

Answer

 

766 - (-62.2)
-212 + 43.3
  =       -4.91 (to 2 dps)

 

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