Order of Operations

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What is the Order of Operations?

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A set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed in a mathematical expression.

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What does GEMDAS stand for?

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GEMDAS stands for Grouping, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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Evaluate: (2 + 7 - 1) ÷ 2²

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2

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What does 3² mean?

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3 x 3

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What does the E in GEMDAS stand for?

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Exponent

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Evaluate: (9 + 23) ÷ (5 - 3)

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16

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Evaluate: (7 + 41) ÷ 2 – 15

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9

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What is the first step in the Order of Operations?

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Perform calculations inside parentheses or grouping symbols.

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What is the difference between multiplication and division in GEMDAS?

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Multiplication and division are performed from left to right, meaning they are of equal priority.

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What is the difference between addition and subtraction in GEMDAS?

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Addition and subtraction are also performed from left to right, meaning they are of equal priority.