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The expression is \"\".

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To simplify the expression follow the order of operations:

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1.      Evaluate the expressions inside grouping symbols.

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2.      Evaluate powers.

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3.      Multiply and/or Divide in order from left to right.

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4.      Add and/or Subtract in order from left to right.

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A simple technique for remembering the order pf operations is turned into phrase

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Evaluate the expression within the parenthesis.

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\"\"                   (Evaluate the power: \"\")          

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\"\"                         (Add: 6 + 3 = 9)

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Next operation is multiplication.

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\"\"                             (Multiply:\"\")

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\"\"                                  (Multiply:\"\")

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Next operation is subtraction.

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\"\"                                             (Subtract: \"\") \"\"

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The value of the expression is 3.