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Solve 7 + 4 – 2.

The Answer

The answer is 9.

Here is why

1. Start at 7.
2. Add 4 to get 11.
3. Subtract 2 to get 9.

Why people miss it

The short equation is easy, but a rushed count can change the result.

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