{"id":6738,"date":"2025-01-16T14:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T14:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/?p=6738"},"modified":"2025-01-16T14:20:03","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T14:20:03","slug":"people-confused-by-elementary-school-math-problem-as-not-many-can-give-correct-answer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/archives\/6738","title":{"rendered":"People confused by elementary school math problem as not many can give correct answer"},"content":{"rendered":"

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An elementary school math problem has left many people puzzled, with only a few managing to come up with the correct answer.\n

Elementary school math can sometimes create confusion, especially with problems that seem simple at first glance.\n

Recently, a math problem involving basic arithmetic sparked a lot of discussion.\n

The problem was about the expression \$ 8 \u2013 3 + 3 \$.\n

The question was: what is the correct answer, 2 or 8?\n

A simple math problem leaves many puzzled and sparks debate.\n
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The math problem explained\n
Why the confusion?\n
The importance of clear instructions\n
The elementary school math problem sparks heated debate\n\n\n\n
The math problem explained\n
To solve the expression \$ 8 \u2013 3 + 3 \$, it\u2019s essential to follow the correct order of operations.\n
First, you do the calculations inside parentheses, if any.\n
Next, perform all multiplication and division from left to right.\n
Finally, handle addition and subtraction from left to right.\n
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In this case, subtracting first gives \$ 8 \u2013 3 = 5 \$, and then adding \$ 5 + 3 = 8 \$. Thus, the correct answer is 8.\n
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The correct order of operations ensures accurate problem-solving.\u00a0\n
Why the confusion?\n
The misunderstanding arises from how the problem is presented.\n
Without clear instructions, students might not know whether they should perform addition or subtraction first.\n
The phrase \u201csubtract and then add\u201d can easily be misinterpreted.\n
Some students may not remember the proper order of operations, which adds to the confusion.\n
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The answer is 8.\u00a0\n
The importance of clear instructions\n
Clear teaching is essential in math. Teachers should ensure students understand the rules of operations.\n
Using simple language and providing examples can help.\n
For instance, when explaining the order of operations, teachers should emphasize that calculations in parentheses must be done first.\n
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See also\u00a0\u00a0Mom stuns internet users with 2nd grader’s math homework that baffles almost adults\n\n
Visual aids can also make a big difference.\n
Diagrams or step-by-step guides can help students see how to approach a problem.\n
When students can visualize the steps, they are more likely to solve\u00a0problems correctly.\n
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Encouragement is crucial for building students\u2019 confidence in math.\n
Parents and teachers should remind children that making mistakes is a part of learning.\n
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The more they practice, the better they will understand math concepts.\n
The elementary school math problem sparks heated debate\n
The elementary school math problem sparks heated debate among students and parents alike.\n
Many struggle to agree on the correct answer, with interpretations varying widely.\n
*For Plus and minus sign, no need parentheses, solve left to right. Ans 8, one user said.\n*
*2 is the right answer according to bodmas,\u00a0the second user wrote.\n*
*The answer is 8. If you have taken a minus common then you need to take the minus inside bracket as well. First learn the basics, the third user wrote.\n*
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According to to bodmass rule addition is to be done firstly,
\nSo 3+3 is 6, And 8-6= 2, another user answered.\n
*There is no bracket .so it\u2019s 8, someone said.\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"*
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