Question: What is the value of: (5 + 3) × (2^2 - 1)?

Options:

1. 24
2. 32
3. 16
4. 20

Correct Answer: 24

Solution:

First, calculate inside the parentheses: 5 + 3 = 8 and 2^2 - 1 = 3. Then, multiply: 8 × 3 = 24.