Math 7 - Order of Operations (GEMDAS)

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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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What is the first step in the Order of Operations?

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The first step is to solve anything inside parentheses or grouping symbols.

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Solve: 5(6-3)

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15

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Solve: 16 ÷ 2 x 4 - 3

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29

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What is the third step in the Order of Operations?

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The third step is Multiplication or Division from left to right.

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Solve: 5 - 6² ÷ 4 - 3

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-7

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Solve: 24(4-2) ÷ 6

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8

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What is the purpose of using the Order of Operations?

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The Order of Operations is used to ensure that mathematical expressions are solved consistently and correctly.

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What is the difference between addition and multiplication in GEMDAS?

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Multiplication is performed before addition in the Order of Operations.

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What do you do with exponents in GEMDAS?

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You calculate exponents after grouping but before multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction.