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Let's look at 5 * 4 - 2
Do you multiply 5 by 4 and then subtract 2 to get an answer of 18
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Do you subtract 2 from 4 and the multiply by 5 to get an answer of 10
To avoid this confusion, a order of operations is defined and accepted by the world. In this simple case, multiplication takes precedence over subtraction, so the correct answer is 18.
Mathematical operations include exponentiation, multiplication, division, addition and subtraction. If you are into computer programming, you can add logical operations to this set of operations. There is a set orders of computation that has been agreed upon by everyone to give consistent answers no matter who evaluates the expression. One caveat to this is the use of parentheses to force the order of evaluation in certain desired ways.
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How are order of operations used in everyday life?
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Can be used to override the order of operations?
parentheses
Used to override the order of operations?
parenthese
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How can you do brackets in math?
Brackets are used in maths to indicate the order of calculations in the equation.
Is Order of Operations used around the world?
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What does the word properties mean when used in maths?
There are many properties in math, some for each of the four major operations. They always hold true.
What are brackets used for in math?
They are used to change the order in which arithmetic operations are to be carried out.
What symbol is used first in order of operations?
Parentheses or brackets.
What acronym can be usedbto remember the order of operations?
BODMAS is the acronym that can be used to remember the order or operations.
