The Order of Operations is a set of rules that mathematicians follow to solve long math problems with multiple steps. These rules ensure everyone gets the same answer when solving the same problem. The order tells us which operations (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to solve first, so we don't get confused. Without this system, different people might solve the same expression in different ways and get different results!
We remember the order using the acronym PEMDAS: Parentheses first, then Exponents, followed by Multiplication and Division (from left to right), and finally Addition and Subtraction (from left to right). For example, in the expression 3 + 5 × (2 + 4), we start with the parentheses: 2 + 4 = 6, then multiply: 5 × 6 = 30, and finally add: 3 + 30 = 33. Our free downloadable guide provides detailed examples and practice problems to help you master this important math skill. Download it below and start solving like a pro!
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