Why do we have the order of operations

The video tutorial explains the importance of the order of operations in mathematics, comparing it to language rules. It provides examples of how different approaches to solving expressions can lead to incorrect answers. The correct method, following the order of operations, is demonstrated to ensure consistent and accurate results.

How does the analogy of learning a language relate to understanding mathematical operations?

Describe a scenario where following the order of operations is crucial to obtaining the correct answer.