Read it twice before answering this math puzzle.

Did you get it right?

Solve 9 + 6 – 4.

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Puzzle image

The Answer

The answer is 11.

Here is why

  1. Start at 9.
  2. Add 6 to get 15.
  3. Subtract 4 to get 11.

Why people miss it

It is easy to rush and subtract before adding, but this one goes left to right.

Did this one fool you at first glance?