Question

In simplifying the expression (5-2) to the second power plus 4x3, Micah followed the steps below. Where did he go wrong?

Expression: (5 - 2)2 + 4 • 3

Step 1: 32 + 4 • 3

Step 2: 9 + 4 • 3

Step 3: 13 • 3

Step 4: 39

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4