Mastering Order of Operations for 5th Graders

The video tutorial covers the order of operations in mathematics, emphasizing the importance of following the correct sequence: parentheses, multiplication or division, and addition or subtraction. The instructor provides examples to illustrate how different orders can lead to different results. The video also explains the use of different symbols for multiplication and encourages viewers to practice solving problems on their own.

What is the first step in the order of operations?

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Parentheses

• Subtraction

In the expression 2 + 4 * 3, what should be calculated first?

• None of the above

• 4 * 3

• 2 + 4

• 2 + 3

What is the result of 2 + 4 * 3 if you follow the correct order of operations?

• 6

• 12

• 14

• 18

If you incorrectly calculate 4 * 3 first in 2 + 4 * 3, what result do you get?

• 18

• 14

• 6

• 12

What is the correct result of 3 * 8 + 3 following the order of operations?

• 33

• 27

• 24

• 11

Which symbol can also represent multiplication besides 'x'?

• Asterisk (*)

• Dot (.)

• Plus (+)

• Slash (/)

In the expression 2 * 3 + 12, what should be calculated first?

• None of the above

• 2 + 12

• 3 + 12

• 2 * 3

What is the result of 2 * 3 + 12 if you follow the correct order of operations?

• 12

• 15

• 18

• 30

What is the first step in solving the expression 9 + 6 * 4?

• 9 + 6

• 6 * 4

• None of the above

• 9 * 4

What is the final result of 9 + 6 * 4 following the order of operations?

• 60

• 36

• 54

• 45