Answer: Order of Operations Math Puzzle

Did you get it right?

Solve 180 / (12 + 3) + 8 x 2 using the usual order of operations.

The Answer

The correct answer is: The answer is 28..

Here is why

  • Solve the brackets: 12 + 3 = 15.
  • Divide: 180 / 15 = 12.
  • Multiply: 8 x 2 = 16.
  • Add: 12 + 16 = 28.

Why people miss it

Skipping the brackets or doing the addition too early changes the result.

What answer did you get before checking?

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