Grade 5 Math Sample Question 1

Evaluate the following expression:
[25 x (8 + 4)] – (20 x 4 + 5)

A) 24

B) 225

C) 215 (Correct Answer)

D) 120

Explanation:
Follow these steps to evaluate the expression:
[25 x (8 + 4)] – (20 x 4 + 5) = [25 x 12] – (20 x 4 + 5) = 300 – (80 + 5) = 300 – 85 = 215

Related Common Core State Standard: 5.OA.1

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