Are you strong enough to solve this math problem?

Many people fall into the following trap:

48 ÷ 8(6)

First they solve:

48 ÷ 8 = 6,

then multiply by 6 to get:

6 × 6 = 36

However, this approach is flawed because it ignores the precedence of implicit multiplication. In this case, 8(6) must be treated as a single entity starting from the parenthetical phase.

Did you find the correct answer?
If you answered 1, congratulations! You followed the rules perfectly. If you got it wrong, don’t worry: these little traps are perfect for honing your skills.

Remember that every detail matters when it comes to the order of operations.

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