SSAT Math Question 152: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 152

14. (3 + 1) + [(2 - 3) - (4 - 1)] =

A. 6
B. 2
C. 0
D. -2

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The correct answer is (C). Begin with the innermost group and work outward:

(3 + 1) + [(2 - 3) - (4 - 1)]

= (3 + 1) + [(-1) - (3)]

= (3 + 1) + [-1 -3]

= (3 + 1) + [-4]

= 4 + [-4] = 0