$\"\"$

The expression is $\"\"$ .

To simplify the expression follow the order of operations:

1. Evaluate the expressions inside grouping symbols.

2. Evaluate powers

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

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

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

“Please Excuse My Dear Aunty Sally” $\"\"$

In the given expression there are no grouping symbols.

First operation is subtraction.

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

So, next operation is Addition.

$\"\"$ (Add: 26 + 12 = 38)

$\"\"$ (Divide: $\"\"$ ) $\"\"$

The value of the expression is $\"\"$ .