The equation 12 ÷ 3 + 4 × 2 must be solved using the correct order of operations.
Complete division and multiplication first:
12 ÷ 3 = 4
4 × 2 = 8
Now add the results:
4 + 8 = 12
The correct answer is 12.
Many people make mistakes by solving everything from left to right. Always remember that multiplication and division come before addition and subtraction.


