This math problem is confusing a lot of people: 27 – 5 × 3 = ?
The key is to follow the correct order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS). Multiplication must be done before subtraction.
Here’s the correct solution:
• First, do the multiplication: 5 × 3 = 15
• Then solve the subtraction: 27 – 15 = 12
Many people solve it left to right and get 66, but that’s incorrect.
Did you get 12? Drop your answer below and tell us how you solved it!

