Answer: 216 Divided by 5 Plus 7 Plus 9 Times 4

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The equation is 216 / (5 + 7) + 9 x 4.

The Answer

The correct answer is: 54.

Here is why

1. Finish the parentheses first: 5 + 7 = 12.
2. Then divide: 216 / 12 = 18.
3. Then multiply: 9 x 4 = 36.
4. Add the two results: 18 + 36 = 54.

Why people miss it

The parentheses make the division use 12, not 5 alone.

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