Accuplacer Practice Test

What is the result of (5+1)(4-2) - 3?

1. 5

2. 7

3. 8

4. 9

The correct answer is: 9

To find the result of the expression (5+1)(4-2) - 3, we first simplify the components step by step. Starting with the parentheses: 1. Calculate \(5 + 1\), which gives us \(6\). 2. Next, calculate \(4 - 2\), which equals \(2\). Now, plug these results back into the expression: \((5+1)(4-2)\) becomes \(6 \times 2\). Next, multiply \(6\) by \(2\): \(6 \times 2 = 12\). Now, subtract \(3\) from \(12\): \(12 - 3 = 9\). Thus, the final result is \(9\), making it the correct answer.