The expression 18 ÷ 3 + 3 × 2 must be solved using the correct order of operations.
Complete division and multiplication first:
18 ÷ 3 = 6
3 × 2 = 6
Now add the results:
6 + 6 = 12
The correct answer is 12.
Many people get this puzzle wrong because they add before completing the division and multiplication.


