Which statement best describes the expression (5 x 3 − 12) x 8? Subtract the product of 5 and 3 from the product of 12 and 8. Multiply the difference of 12 and 8 by the product of 5 and 3. Multiply the difference of 5 and 3 by 8, then subtract 12. Subtract 12 from the product of 5 and 3, then multiply by 8.