Hey there!
In order to solve this, remember PEMDAS. First, start with solving whatever is in parentheses. Then, move on to exponents. Then, complete the multiplication and division. Lastly, add or subtract anything remaining. Omit any steps that aren't present.
Parentheses:
1 – 5 + 1 × (4 × 4 – 31) × 8
1 – 5 + 1 × (–15) × 8
Multiplication/Division (Left to Right):
1 – 5 + (–15) × 8
1 – 5 + (–120)
1 – 5 – 120
Addition/Subtraction (Left to Right):
–4 – 120
–124
Your answer is –124.
Hope this helped you out! :-)
