This short math puzzle is a good test of whether you remember the order of operations.
The expression is:
6 × 6 − 6 ÷ 6
Multiplication and division are completed before subtraction.
First:
6 × 6 = 36
Then:
6 ÷ 6 = 1
Now subtract:
36 − 1 = 35
So the correct answer is 35.
The common mistake is working strictly from left to right and subtracting before the division is completed. Standard order of operations prevents that.
Answer: 35.
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