This problem looks simple…
But it’s causing massive debate online:
4 ÷ 2 (1 + 1) = ?
At first glance, most people think it’s basic math.
But the confusion comes from how you interpret the expression.
Step 1: Solve the parentheses
(1 + 1) = 2
Now the equation becomes:
4 ÷ 2 × 2
Here’s Where People Disagree
Now you have division and multiplication.
According to standard order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS):
👉 Multiplication and division are solved left to right
So:
4 ÷ 2 = 2
2 × 2 = 4
Answer Using Standard Rules:
✅ 4
Why Some People Get 1
Some interpret 2(2) as something that should be grouped together like:
4 ÷ [2(2)] = 4 ÷ 4 = 1
But this assumes implicit multiplication takes priority —
Which is not part of standard modern math rules.
Final Takeaway
The correct answer using standard order of operations is:
👉 4
