This quick math puzzle looks easy, but the multiplication by zero can make people second-guess themselves.

The expression is:

2 + 9 × 0 + 4

To solve it correctly, remember the standard order of operations. Multiplication must be completed before addition.

Start with:

9 × 0 = 0

Now replace that part of the expression:

2 + 0 + 4

Then complete the remaining addition:

2 + 4 = 6

A common mistake is to calculate everything from left to right, which can lead to a completely different answer. Others see the ×0 and assume the entire expression becomes zero. But only the 9 is being multiplied by zero.

So the correct answer is:

6

It is a very short equation, but that small order-of-operations detail makes it a fun puzzle to test how carefully you read the problem.

Answer: 6.

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