Use the Rule for Order of Operations to Simplify the Expression

question 207

Multiple Choice

Use the rule for order of operations to simplify the expression as much as possible.

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Definitions:

Tax-sheltered Retirement Plans

Retirement savings plans that provide tax advantages to the saver, often by allowing pre-tax contributions or tax-free growth.

Tax Bill

The total amount of tax owed by an individual or corporation to a taxing authority, after all deductions, credits, and exemptions.

Take-home Pay

The amount of income left after deductions such as taxes and social security contributions have been subtracted from an individual's gross salary.

Taxes Combined

A calculation that aggregates all applicable taxes (federal, state, local) on an individual or entity's income.