1. Stating the problem: Evaluate the expression $40 \div (5 \times 2) + 6$. 2. Use the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS): Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (left to right), Addition and Subtraction (left to right). 3. Calculate inside the parentheses first: $5 \times 2 = 10$. 4. Now the expression is $40 \div 10 + 6$. 5. Perform division: $40 \div 10 = 4$. 6. Finally, add: $4 + 6 = 10$. Answer: $10$.