Question: Evaluate: 2^4 ÷ 2^2 + 3 × 2
Options:
Correct Answer: 10
Solution:
Using the laws of indices: 2^4 ÷ 2^2 = 2^(4-2) = 2^2 = 4. Then, 3 × 2 = 6. Finally, 4 + 6 = 10.