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To solve , follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS):
First, perform the multiplication: .
Then, add the result to 8: .
Thus, the answer is.
\( 8 + 3 \times 2 = \)
Mathematics has a specific order that everyone follows worldwide! Without it, could have multiple answers. PEMDAS/BODMAS ensures we all get the same result: 14.
Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction. Remember: multiplication and division come before addition and subtraction!
Then you would add first! Parentheses are the highest priority in PEMDAS. So . Parentheses change everything!
Try the memory trick: "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" for PEMDAS. Or practice with simple problems like this one until the order becomes automatic!
Exactly! Getting 10 means you probably added and ignored the 3 completely. Always look at every number and operation in the problem carefully.
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