10 Questions
What does the acronym PEMDAS stand for?
Parentheses Exponents Multiplication Division Addition Subtraction
In the PEMDAS order, when are operations inside parentheses solved?
Before any other operations in the expression
What is the correct order to solve the following expression: 8 ÷ 4 + 6?
8 ÷ 4 + 6
If the operations in a math problem are done in the wrong order, what can happen?
A different and wrong answer can be obtained
According to PEMDAS, what should be resolved first in the expression: 3^2 ÷ 9?
Exponents
What is the correct order of operations in mathematics?
Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction, Parentheses
Why is it important to follow the order of operations in math?
To avoid getting the wrong answer
Which operation takes precedence over all others in the order of operations?
Exponents
What happens if you perform addition before multiplication in a math problem?
The answer will be incorrect
How can you easily remember the order of operations in math?
By using the acronym PEMDAS
Learn about the proper sequence of operations to follow when solving math equations, including Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Exponents, and Parentheses. Knowing and applying the correct order of operations is crucial for accurately solving complex mathematical problems.
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