Order (exponents)
Division and multiplication (left to right)
Addition and subtraction (left to right)
Step 1: Resolve the parentheses
The given expression is:
48 ÷ 8 (14 – 8)
Let’s start with what is reported in brackets:
14 – 8 = 6
The equation then becomes:
48 ÷ 8(6)
Step 2: Understanding Implicit Multiplication
Here, 8(6) represents implicit multiplication. Unlike traditional multiplication with the “×” symbol, it has a higher priority. This means that 8(6) must be treated as a whole block during calculation.
So, instead of first dividing 48 ÷ 8, we consider:
8(6) = 48
The equation then becomes:
48 ÷ 48
Step 3: Perform the division
Finally, on the result:
48 ÷ 48 = 1
Why is answer 36 wrong?
