What is the outcome of the prefix expression +, −, *, 3, 2, /, 8, 4, 1 ?

2022

What is the outcome of the prefix expression +, −, *, 3, 2, /, 8, 4, 1 ?

  1. A.

    12

  2. B.

    11

  3. C.

    5

  4. D.

    4

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Correct answer: C

Prefix expression:
+ − * 3 2 / 8 4 1

Stepwise evaluation:

  • 3 2 = 6
    / 8 4 = 2
    − 6 2 = 4

  • 4 1 = 5

Hence, the result is 5.

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