To find the value of the given expression, we need to perform the arithmetic operations step-by-step. Let's evaluate the expression [tex]\(-5 + 10 - 1 - 6 + 5 - 8\)[/tex].
1. Start with the first number: [tex]\(-5\)[/tex].
2. Add 10 to [tex]\(-5\)[/tex]:
[tex]\[
-5 + 10 = 5
\][/tex]
3. Subtract 1 from 5:
[tex]\[
5 - 1 = 4
\][/tex]
4. Subtract 6 from 4:
[tex]\[
4 - 6 = -2
\][/tex]
5. Add 5 to [tex]\(-2\)[/tex]:
[tex]\[
-2 + 5 = 3
\][/tex]
6. Finally, subtract 8 from 3:
[tex]\[
3 - 8 = -5
\][/tex]
The value of the expression [tex]\(-5 + 10 - 1 - 6 + 5 - 8\)[/tex] is [tex]\(-5\)[/tex].
The correct answer is:
A) -5
