Do Not Answer Until You Check the Brackets: Math Puzzle Answer

Did you get it right?

This blackboard puzzle asks you to solve 4 x (10 – 3). The brackets must be handled first.

The Answer

The correct answer is: The answer is 28..

Here is why

1. Solve inside the brackets first: 10 – 3 = 7.
2. Then multiply: 4 x 7.
3. 4 x 7 = 28.

Why people miss it

The trap is answering too quickly before checking the brackets.

What answer did you get before checking?