Order of Operations: Multiplication, Division, Addition, and Subtraction

What is the primary purpose of the order of operations in mathematics?

• To ensure equations are solved in a random manner

• To guarantee that the solution to an equation is the same worldwide

• To make equations more complex

• To reduce the number of possible solutions for an equation

Which operation should be performed first according to the order of operations?

• Multiplication or Division (whichever comes first from left to right)

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

In the equation 5 + 2 * 3, what is the correct first step?

• Subtract 2 from 3

• Divide 5 by 2

• Add 5 + 2

• Multiply 2 * 3

What is the correct order of operations for the equation 10 - 6 / 2 + 1?

• Division, Subtraction, Addition

• Multiplication, Addition, Division

• Subtraction, Division, Addition

• Addition, Division, Subtraction

How much change does Emma receive if she buys three packs of pencils for $2 each with a $10 bill?

• $7

• $14

• $6

• $4

What is the result of the equation 20 - 8 / 4 + 5 * 2 + 1?

• 21

• 33

• 18

• 29

Which statement is correct regarding the order of operations?

• Add first, then divide

• Multiply, then subtract

• Subtract, then multiply

• Divide first, then add

Using the numbers 2, 3, and 4, which combination equals 10 when applied correctly in the order of operations?

• 2 + 4 * 3

• 4 + 2 * 3

• 2 * 3 + 4

• 3 + 4 * 2

What advanced concept is introduced in grade 6 math related to the order of operations?

• Factorials

• Absolute values

• Parentheses

• Exponents

What is the correct order of operations for solving equations in grade 4 math?

• Multiply or divide, then add or subtract

• Add or subtract, then multiply or divide

• Only addition and subtraction

• Only multiplication and division