Over 50% Fail This Simple Order of Operations Question
7π₯ *Think you know PEMDAS? Think again.*
Most students are taught PEMDAS as six separate steps β but that's *not* how math really works. In this video, we debunk the biggest PEMDAS myth and show you the correct order of operations using clear examples.
π‘ *Perfect for:*
β’ Students stuck on homework
β’ Algebra review
β’ Math teachers
β’ Puzzle solvers and curious minds
π§ *Youβll Learn:*
β’ Why PEMDAS should be written *vertically*
β’ The actual *4-step* order of operations
β’ The *biggest mistake* students make
β’ A bonus challenge to test your understanding
π¬ **Whatβs your math story?**
Drop a comment β I'd love to hear how math has helped (or haunted) you.
π According to PEMDAS, itβs time to:
*P* is for *Purchase*
*E* is for *Even*
*M* is for *More*
*D* is for *Dorky*
*A* is for *Algebra*
*S* is for *Shirts*
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π¬ *Bonus Challenge:* Watch to the end and post your answer in the comments!
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β± *Timestamps:*
0:00 β Why are you here? Letβs talk about it.
0:33 β Intro: The problem with PEMDAS
1:08 β The horizontal way (what most people do)
3:52 β Waitβ¦ thatβs wrong?!
4:10 β The REAL order of operations: only 4 steps!
4:44 β Solving the problem the correct way
7:29 β Bonus challenge + final thoughts
π₯ *Note to self:* telling you to do long division on 48 Γ· 8 was like using a sledgehammer to crack a peanut. Yep, Iβm human. Feel free to roast me gently in the comments! (3:39)
π *Topics Covered:*
#MathHelp #PEMDAS #OrderOfOperations #AlgebraBasics #MathMistakes #LearnMath #MathChallenge #MathEducation #MathematicsFanatic