Question

(12 - 4)(-5)

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate inside the first parentheses

First, we simplify the expression inside the first parentheses: \(12 - 4 = 8\).

Step2: Multiply the result by -5

Now we multiply this result by \(-5\): \(8\times(-5)= -40\).

Answer:

\(-40\)