Answer: -561.6
Step-by-step explanation:
First, recall PEMDAS (Parenthesis, Exponents, Multiply, Divide, Add, Subtract)
In the equation, we need to work through (2.5 - |-3 1/8|) first.
The absolute value of |-3 1/8| is 3 1/8
We change 3 1/8 to a decimal
3 1/8 = 3.125
Now Subtract (2.5 - 3.125)
This equals -0.625
Next, divide 13 by -0.625
13 ÷ -0.625 = -20.8
Then, multiply -20.8 by 3³
3³ = 27
So -20.8 × 27 = -561.6