Questions: Simplify the expression 5+3(4-1). Select one: A. 24 B. 14 C. 6 D. 16

Simplify the expression 5+3(4-1).

Select one:
A. 24
B. 14
C. 6
D. 16
Transcript text: Simplify the expression $5+3(4-1)$. Select one: A. 24 B. 14 C. 6 D. 16
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Solution Steps

Step 1: Simplify the expression inside the parentheses

First, simplify the expression inside the parentheses: \(4 - 1 = 3\).

Step 2: Multiply the result by 3

Next, multiply the result by 3: \(3 \times 3 = 9\).

Step 3: Add 5 to the result

Finally, add 5 to the result: \(5 + 9 = 14\).

Final Answer

The correct answer is B.

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