Mastering the Order of Operations

What is the correct sequence to follow in the order of operations?

• Parentheses, multiplication and division, addition and subtraction

• Parentheses, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division

• Multiplication, division, addition, subtraction

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division

Why is it important to follow the order of operations in mathematics?

• To ensure that expressions are solved in the least time possible

• To make sure everyone gets the same correct answer

• To make mathematical expressions more complicated

• To showcase one's mathematical skills

Why are parentheses used in mathematical expressions?

• To add aesthetic value to the expression

• To separate different parts of the expression

• To indicate operations that should be performed first

• To make the expression look complex

What is the first step in solving an expression with multiple operations?

• Solve the subtraction parts

• Solve the parts within parentheses

• Solve the multiplication parts

• Solve the addition parts

In the absence of parentheses, which operations are performed first?

• Division and addition

• Multiplication and division

• Subtraction and division

• Addition and subtraction

When dealing with multiplication and division in an expression, how do you decide which to perform first?

• Perform them based on their order from right to left

• Perform them based on their order from left to right

• Always perform division first

• Always perform multiplication first

How are addition and subtraction handled in the order of operations?

• Subtraction is always performed before addition

• Addition is always performed before subtraction

• They are performed based on their appearance from right to left

• They are performed based on their appearance from left to right

What is the result of the expression 3 + (3 * 4) - 1?

• 11

• 10

• 12

• 14

What is the result of the expression 14 + 10 / 2 * 3?

• 24

• 17

• 32

• 29

What does the mnemonic 'Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally' help you remember?

• The order of operations in mathematics

• The names of family members

• A recipe for a family dinner

• The steps to solve an algebraic expression