Tips to avoid making mistakes
To avoid falling into the trap of mathematical operations, here are some tips:
- Review the basics: Reviewing the rules of order of operations can prevent many mistakes.
- Don’t rush: Taking a few extra seconds to check each step often makes the difference.
- Isolate complex parts: Deal with multiplication and division first before moving on to addition and subtraction.
If you got the answer right, congratulations! You’re among the 10% who remember the rules of arithmetic perfectly. If not, don’t worry: even the most logical people can get caught out by details.
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