This math problem is confusing many people: 13 + 8 × 2 = ?
The key is to follow the correct order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS). Multiplication comes before addition.
Here’s the correct solution:
• First, do the multiplication: 8 × 2 = 16
• Then solve the addition: 13 + 16 = 29
Many people solve it left to right and get 42, but that’s incorrect.
Did you get 29? Drop your answer below!
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