How to Apply Order of Operations in Algebra

Updated: 03-28-2016

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The order of operations in algebra means solving first for exponents or roots, then multiplication, division, addition, and last for subtraction. The steps for the order of operations also require attention to mathematical grouping symbols, such as parentheses and brackets.

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