Here is a short math challenge that looks effortless but catches people who rush through the calculation:
60 + 10 × 0 + 5 = ?
Which operation comes first?
Some readers work through a math expression from left to right. In this puzzle, that approach can lead to the wrong total. The key is to use the standard order of operations, in which multiplication comes before addition.
Take a moment to work it out on your own before scrolling down. No calculator is necessary.
Answer and explanation
First multiply 10 × 0 = 0. Then add the remaining values: 60 + 0 + 5 = 65.
The correct answer is 65. Did you get it right on your first attempt? Share the question with someone who enjoys quick number puzzles.
