
Here’s a quick math puzzle that often catches people who rush: 6 + 8 ÷ 2 × 3 = ? It looks simple, but choosing the wrong order changes the result.
Remember the Order of Operations
Perform multiplication and division from left to right before adding. First, 8 ÷ 2 = 4. Next, 4 × 3 = 12. Then add 6.
The Answer
18. The calculation is 6 + (8 ÷ 2 × 3) = 6 + 12 = 18. Did you solve it without a calculator?


