Answer: 108 Divided by 9 Plus 5 Times 6 Minus 2

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The equation is 108 / 9 + 5 x (6 – 2).

The Answer

The correct answer is: 32.

Here is why

1. Complete the parentheses first: 6 – 2 = 4.
2. Then divide and multiply: 108 / 9 = 12 and 5 x 4 = 20.
3. Add the results: 12 + 20 = 32.

Why people miss it

Multiplying 5 by 6 before completing the parentheses changes the expression.

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