The phrase ‘Answer is not 70’ is a hint that this deceptively easy-looking arithmetic question deserves a second look.
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: 75.
Do multiplication first: 20 × 0 = 0. Now simplify: 70 − 0 + 5 = 75. The zero removes the multiplication term, not everything before it.
A Tip for Next Time
When several operations appear together, always use the standard order of operations.
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