Math Brain Test: The Correct Answer to 2 + 2 × 2

At first glance, many people quickly answer 8, but that is not correct.

The expression is:

2 + 2 × 2

To solve it correctly, we must follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).

Step 1: Perform multiplication first

Multiplication has priority over addition.

So calculate:

2 × 2 = 4

Now the expression becomes:

2 + 4

Step 2: Perform addition

Add the remaining numbers:

2 + 4 = 6

Final Answer

b) 6

Why do many people get 8?

Some people solve the expression from left to right:

2 + 2 = 4

then

4 × 2 = 8

However, this ignores the mathematical rule that multiplication must be completed before addition.

Correct answer: 6