Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
This question tests two concepts: the order of operations and the zero exponent. Always do
what’s inside the parentheses first: 4 × 3 = 12; 122 = 144. Then do what’s inside the brackets:
50 = 1. Any number to the zero power equals 1. Add: 144 + 1 = 145. Then multiply by what’s
outside the brackets: 10 × 145 = 1,450. Correct Answer: A.