Summary of the Order of Operations and Use of Parentheses in Algebra
The standard order of operations and the use of parentheses in Algebra are summarized.
Two examples using Parentheses in Algebra
Two examples evaluating the effect of parentheses on algebraic expressions.
Multiplying Two Expressions
Multiplying the contents of two sets of parentheses demonstrates how algebra provides the tools to break the most complicated problem into simple, sequential steps.
Order of Radicals and Exponents, The
In algebraic expressions, radicals and exponents are completed first.
Examples showing the Order of Operations
The order of operations is demonstrated in three examples.
Does Order of Operations Matter?
Algebra includes addition, subtraction, multiplication and division which are called operations. In an algebraic expression, these operations are completed in a certain order. The order of these operations is discussed in this clip.
Other Examples using Parentheses in Mathematics
Using parentheses to clarify an expression. Evaluating expressions containing parentheses within parentheses.
Using Parentheses in the Order of Operations
Parentheses indicate a package and are a tool for changing the order of operations.