Answer: 15 + 15 / 5 + 15

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This quick math puzzle puts division between two additions.

Answer: 15 + 15 / 5 + 15

The Answer

The correct answer is: 33.

Here is why

  1. Division comes before addition.
  2. 15 / 5 equals 3.
  3. Then 15 + 3 + 15 equals 33.

Why people miss it

The expression looks like it should be added straight across, but the division must be done first.

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