Puzzle Challenge: Can You Solve This Equation Correctly?
Here’s a deceptively tricky math puzzle:
11 – 11 × 11 + 11 = ?
It might seem simple at first glance, but many people slip up by ignoring the proper order of operations. To solve it right, follow the BODMAS rule, Brackets, Orders (exponents), Division/Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction.
Let’s break it down:
There are no brackets or exponents, so start with multiplication:
11 × 11 = 121
Now rewrite the equation:
11 – 121 + 11
Next, move left to right with addition and subtraction:
11 – 121 = -110
-110 + 11 = -99
Final Answer: -99
Think you solved it faster than 20 seconds? Math genius level unlocked!
