Did you get it right?
This puzzle uses parentheses and multiplication before subtraction.
The Answer
The correct answer is: 18.
Here is why
- Start inside the parentheses: 4 + 5 = 9.
- Multiply next: 6 x 9 = 54.
- Then subtract: 72 – 54 = 18.
Why people miss it
The short expression tempts people to rush, but the parentheses decide the answer.
What answer did you get before checking?
