At first glance, this problem seems extremely simple:
4 × 4 ÷ 4 + 1 − 4 = ?
But like most viral math questions, the trick is in following the correct order of operations.
✅ Step-by-step solution:
We follow PEMDAS / BODMAS rules:
Multiplication and Division first (left to right), then Addition and Subtraction
👉 Step 1:
4 × 4 = 16
Now the equation becomes:
16 ÷ 4 + 1 − 4
👉 Step 2:
16 ÷ 4 = 4
Now we have:
4 + 1 − 4
👉 Step 3:
4 + 1 = 5
👉 Step 4:
5 − 4 = 1
🎯 Final Answer:
1
⚠️ Why people get it wrong:
Many people go left-to-right without respecting multiplication/division priority, or rush and miss a step.
🧠 Quick tip:
Always remember:
× and ÷ come before + and − (left to right)
If you got it right without guessing… you’re in the minority 👀
