This quick math puzzle looks simple, but the multiplication by zero can easily catch anyone who rushes.

The expression is:

2 + 3 × 0 + 7

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

Start with:

3 × 0 = 0

Now the expression becomes:

2 + 0 + 7

Then complete the remaining addition:

2 + 7 = 9

One common mistake is to work from left to right and add 2 + 3 before doing the multiplication. Another is to assume the entire expression becomes zero because of the ×0. But only the 3 is being multiplied by zero.

So the correct answer is:

9

It is a very short equation, but that small ×0 is enough to make people second-guess themselves.

Answer: 9.

Did you get 9 on your first try?

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