5x(8 - 4)/4 - 2
Remember to follow PEMDAS.
First, subtract 8 and 4
8 - 4 = 4
5x(4)/4 - 2
Next, follow the left -> right rule, and multiply 5x and 4
5x(4) = 20x
Divide by 4
20x/4 = 5x
Finally, note that one has a variable, and the other has a constant, and so you cannot combine.
5x - 2 is your answer
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