A brain-teaser dividing the internet involves the sum 100 + 100 × 4 = ?, igniting a debate among users.
Many rush to the wrong answer by adding before multiplying. While it seems simple, the order of operations is crucial.
The correct solution involves doing multiplication before addition: 100 × 4 = 400, then adding the remaining 100, resulting in 500.
Racing against the clock, some incorrectly treat it like (100+100)×4 and incorrectly shout 800. Remember, without parentheses, multiplication must come before addition.
Understanding the PEMDAS rule (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction) is essential for solving such problems.
Following the order of operations gives the correct answer and demonstrates the importance of math rules in problem-solving.
