Question: What is the value of (3 + 5)² - 4 × 3?

Options:

1. 36
2. 32
3. 28
4. 24

Correct Answer: 32

Solution:

First, calculate (3 + 5)² = 8² = 64. Then, calculate 4 × 3 = 12. Finally, 64 - 12 = 52.