Answer: 360 Divided by (7 + 5) Plus 8 Times 6

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The equation is 360 / (7 + 5) + 8 x 6.

The Answer

The correct answer is: 78.

Here is why

1. Finish the parentheses first: 7 + 5 = 12.
2. Then divide: 360 / 12 = 30.
3. Then multiply: 8 x 6 = 48.
4. Add the two results: 30 + 48 = 78.

Why people miss it

The common mistake is dividing by 7 first or adding the multiplication too soon.

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