The Challenge:
2 × 1 + 6 × 6
At first glance, this seems easy. But solving it correctly requires the right approach.
The Key: Order of Operations
To crack it, you need to follow PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction), ensuring you do math in the right order:
- Multiplication first
- Then addition
Step-by-Step Solution:
- Multiply:
2 × 1 = 2
6 × 6 = 36 - Add:
2 + 36 = 38
Answer: 38
If you got it right, congratulations! You followed the rules and nailed it.