Order of Operations Practice

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

Back

The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed. The acronym PEMDAS helps remember the order: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

Front

Simplify the expression: 6 * 2 - 4 / 2

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Front

What do parentheses indicate in a mathematical expression?

Back

Parentheses indicate that the operations inside them should be performed first before any other operations.

Front

Evaluate the expression: (9 - 2) * 3 + 5

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Front

What is the result of 8 + 3 * 2?

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Front

Evaluate the expression: 4 * (6 - 2)

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Front

What is the first step in solving an expression with parentheses?

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The first step is to simplify the expression inside the parentheses.

Front

What does the acronym PEMDAS stand for?

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PEMDAS stands for Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

Front

Simplify the expression: 12 / 3 + 5 - 2

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Front

What is the difference between multiplication and addition in the order of operations?

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Multiplication is performed before addition in the order of operations.