This handwritten number puzzle seems straightforward, but it’s designed to test whether you remember the order of operations.
Take a Closer Look at the Puzzle
Before reading the solution, give yourself a moment to study the picture or question. These familiar puzzles are popular because the trick is often hiding in plain sight.
Answer and Explanation
The answer: 38.
Multiply first: 10 × 0 = 0. The expression then becomes 30 + 0 + 8, which equals 38.
A Tip for Next Time
Multiplication comes before addition, even when multiplication appears in the middle of an equation.
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