At first glance, this looks easy:
3 − 3 × 6 + 2
Simple numbers.
Simple operations.
So people rush.
And that’s exactly why they fail.
Most people solve it like this:
3 − 3 = 0
0 × 6 = 0
0 + 2 = 2 ❌
Looks logical.
Feels right.
But it completely ignores one key rule.
👉 Order of operations (PEMDAS)
Multiplication always comes before addition and subtraction.
Let’s solve it the correct way:
Step 1: Multiply first
3 × 6 = 18
Step 2: Now solve left to right
3 − 18 = -15
-15 + 2 = -13
✅
Final Answer: -13
Why This Tricks People:
Your brain wants speed, not accuracy.
It jumps straight into solving left to right…
and skips the rules.
That’s why so many people confidently give the wrong answer.
