{"id":54290,"date":"2025-10-28T15:31:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:31:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/?p=54290"},"modified":"2025-10-28T17:38:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T09:38:15","slug":"order-of-operations-in-math-pemdas-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/order-of-operations-in-math-pemdas-explained-post-54290\/","title":{"rendered":"Order of Operations in Math: PEMDAS Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<p>Have you ever looked at a math problem like <strong>2 + 5 \u00d7 4<\/strong> and wondered what to do first? One friend might add first and get 28, while another multiplies first and gets 22. Who&#8217;s right? The answer is: follow the order of operations in math! This guide breaks down PEMDAS step by step with fun examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-order-of-operations-in-math\"><\/span>What Is the Order of Operations in Math?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The order of operations in math is a set of agreed-upon rules that dictate the sequence for evaluating mathematical expressions containing multiple operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, exponents, and grouping symbols like parentheses. These rules ensure that everyone solving the same problem arrives at the same result, preventing confusion and inconsistency in calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167.png\" alt=\"Operations \" class=\"wp-image-54295\" style=\"width:215px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167.png 250w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167-520x520.png 520w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-167-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Without these rules, even simple expressions could yield wildly different answers depending on personal preference. For instance, consider the expression <strong>2 + 5 \u00d7 4<\/strong>. If you add first (2 + 5 = 7, then 7 \u00d7 4 = 28), you get one answer. But if you multiply first (5 \u00d7 4 = 20, then 2 + 20 = 22), you get another. Both approaches might seem logical, but only one is correct under the standard rules\u2014highlighting why we need a universal system.<\/p>\n<div class=\"retention-card-new\" data-lang=\"en\" data-subject=\"MATH\" data-btnName=\"Get started free!\" data-subTitle=\"Suitable for students worldwide, from grades 1 to 12.\">\r\n    <div class=\"retention-card-l\">\r\n        <div class=\"trustpilot-image\"><\/div>\r\n        <h3><p>Discovering the maths whiz in every child,<br \/>\n<span>that&#8217;s what we do.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Suitable for students worldwide, from grades 1 to 12.<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"retention-card-button is-point\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/independent-appointment\/?subject=math&amp;l=eafd8b18-486b-4e0a-b93d-4105d41d2067&amp;booking_triggerevent=BLOG_DETAIL_MODEL_CTA_BUTTON\" data-buttonname=\"\u7acb\u5373\u9884\u7ea6\u6309\u94ae\u70b9\u51fb\" data-event=\"C_Blog_BLOG_DETAIL_MIDDLE_CTA_BUTTON\" data-expose-buttonname=\"\u7acb\u5373\u9884\u7ea6\u6309\u94ae\u66dd\u5149\" data-expose-event=\"D_Blog_BLOG_DETAIL_MIDDLE_CTA_BUTTON\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Get started free!\">\r\n            Get started free!\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"retention-card-r\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Think of the order of operations like following a recipe in cooking: you can&#8217;t randomly mix ingredients; you must add them in the right sequence to get the desired outcome. This &#8220;recipe&#8221; for math is captured in the acronym <strong>PEMDAS<\/strong>, which stands for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>P<\/strong> \u2013 Parentheses (or brackets): Solve inside these grouping symbols first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>E<\/strong> \u2013 Exponents: Handle powers and roots next.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>M\/D<\/strong> \u2013 Multiplication and Division: Perform these from left to right (they share equal priority).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A\/S<\/strong> \u2013 Addition and Subtraction: Do these last, also from left to right (equal priority).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Fun Mnemonic: &#8220;Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some regions, like the UK, Australia, or India, it&#8217;s called <strong>BODMAS<\/strong> (Brackets, Orders\/exponents, Division\/Multiplication, Addition\/Subtraction). Regardless of the name, both acronyms describe the identical process, adapting to local terminology while maintaining the core hierarchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-168.png\" alt=\"PEMDAS\" class=\"wp-image-54303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-168.png 799w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-168-266x300.png 266w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-168-768x865.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-do-we-need-the-order-of-operations-in-math\"><\/span>Why Do We Need the Order of Operations in Math?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary goal is consistency and clarity in mathematics. As demonstrated in educational resources like the Math Antics video, imagine two students tackling <strong>2 + 5 \u00d7 4<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Student A<\/strong> prefers addition: 2 + 5 = 7, then 7 \u00d7 4 = <strong>28<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Student B<\/strong> prefers multiplication: 5 \u00d7 4 = 20, then 2 + 20 = <strong>22<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Neither made calculation errors, but their differing orders led to conflicting results. The order of operations resolves this by prioritizing multiplication and division over addition and subtraction, making 22 the universally accepted answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This system isn&#8217;t arbitrary, it&#8217;s rooted in mathematical conventions that make complex expressions predictable. For K-12 learners, mastering it builds a strong foundation for algebra, geometry, and beyond, turning potential frustration into confident problem-solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-169.png\" alt=\"two students\" class=\"wp-image-54305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-169.png 612w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-169-300x192.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"step-by-step-pemdas-rules\"><\/span>Step-by-Step PEMDAS Rules<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Parentheses (or Brackets) First<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always solve inside parentheses <strong>()<\/strong> or brackets <strong>[]<\/strong> before anything else. They group numbers like a &#8220;package.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> 10 \u00d7 (4 + 5)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inside parentheses: 4 + 5 = 9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now: 10 \u00d7 9 = <strong>90<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Multiple Parentheses Example:<\/strong> (5 \u2212 3) + (6 \u00d7 2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First group: 5 \u2212 3 = 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second group: 6 \u00d7 2 = 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then: 2 + 12 = <strong>14<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Tip:<\/em> If exponents are inside parentheses, do them as part of the group!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Exponents Next<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exponents mean repeated multiplication, like 5\u00b2 = 5 \u00d7 5 = 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> 3 \u00d7 5\u00b2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exponent first: 5\u00b2 = 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then: 3 \u00d7 25 = <strong>75<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>With Parentheses:<\/strong> (3\u00b2 \u00d7 4) + 6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inside: 3\u00b2 = 9, then 9 \u00d7 4 = 36<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then: 36 + 6 = <strong>42<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Multiplication and Division (Left to Right)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These are equal priority\u2014do them from <strong>left to right<\/strong>, whichever comes first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> 40 \u00f7 4 \u00d7 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Left to right: 40 \u00f7 4 = 10, then 10 \u00d7 5 = <strong>50<\/strong><br><em>(Not 4 \u00d7 5 first, which would wrongly give 2!)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More Examples:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 \u00d7 5 \u2212 1 = 15 \u2212 1 = <strong>14<\/strong> (Multiply first)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 \u2212 10 \u00f7 5 = 20 \u2212 2 = <strong>18<\/strong> (Divide first)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12 \u00f7 6 + 5 = 2 + 5 = <strong>7<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Addition and Subtraction (Left to Right)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last step, and again left to right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> 9 \u2013 24 \u00f7 8 \u00d7 2 + 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Division: 24 \u00f7 8 = 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiplication: 3 \u00d7 2 = 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subtraction: 9 \u2212 6 = 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addition: 3 + 3 = <strong>6<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"practice-problems-test-your-order-of-operations-in-math-skills\"><\/span>Practice Problems: Test Your Order of Operations in Math Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(1) <strong>2 + 6 \u00d7 (4 + 5) \u00f7 3 \u2013 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parentheses: (4 + 5) = 9 \u2192 2 + 6 \u00d7 9 \u00f7 3 \u2013 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiplication: 6 \u00d7 9 = 54 \u2192 2 + 54 \u00f7 3 \u2013 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Division: 54 \u00f7 3 = 18 \u2192 2 + 18 \u2013 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addition\/Subtraction: 2 + 18 = 20, 20 \u2013 5 = <strong>15<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>(2) <strong>4 \u2013 5 \u00f7 (8 \u2013 3) \u00d7 2 + 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parentheses: (8 \u2013 3) = 5 \u2192 4 \u2013 5 \u00f7 5 \u00d7 2 + 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Division: 5 \u00f7 5 = 1 \u2192 4 \u2013 1 \u00d7 2 + 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiplication: 1 \u00d7 2 = 2 \u2192 4 \u2013 2 + 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subtraction\/Addition: 4 \u2013 2 = 2, 2 + 5 = <strong>7<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>(3) <strong>100 \u00f7 (6 + 7 \u00d7 2) \u2013 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inside parentheses (multiplication first): 7 \u00d7 2 = 14 \u2192 (6 + 14) = 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Division: 100 \u00f7 20 = 5 \u2192 5 \u2013 5 = <strong>0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quiz Question:<\/strong> Simplify 4 + (5 \u00d7 3\u00b2 + 2)<br><em>(Answer: 51 \u2013 Check your work with PEMDAS!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"common-mistakes-to-avoid-in-order-of-operations-in-math\"><\/span>Common Mistakes to Avoid in Order of Operations in Math<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when students remember the PEMDAS rule, small misunderstandings can lead to big errors. Here are some common mistakes to watch out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reading strictly from top to bottom<\/strong><br>Many students make the mistake of solving operations exactly in the order they appear in PEMDAS. Remember that the acronym shows <em>priority<\/em>, not strict sequence. Multiplication and division share the same level of importance, as do addition and subtraction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Forgetting to go left to right for M\/D and A\/S<\/strong><br>When multiplication and division (or addition and subtraction) appear together, always work from left to right. For example, in 20\u00f75\u00d7220 \u00f7 5 \u00d7 220\u00f75\u00d72, you divide first (20 \u00f7 5 = 4) and then multiply (4 \u00d7 2 = 8). Doing it the other way would give you the wrong result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ignoring parentheses<\/strong><br>Parentheses always come first and can completely change the meaning of an expression. For instance, 8+(6\u00f73)8 + (6 \u00f7 3)8+(6\u00f73) is not the same as (8+6)\u00f73(8 + 6) \u00f7 3(8+6)\u00f73. Always handle what\u2019s inside the parentheses before moving on.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>By keeping these points in mind, students can avoid the most common calculation mistakes and apply the order of operations accurately every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-1024x576.png\" alt=\"mistake\" class=\"wp-image-54307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-320x180.png 320w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-520x293.png 520w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-720x405.png 720w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170-920x518.png 920w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-170.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"master-order-of-operations-with-wukong-math\"><\/span>Master Order of Operations with WuKong Math<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A solid grasp of PEMDAS helps students build the foundation for higher-level math. <strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/math\/\">WuKong Math<\/a><\/strong><\/strong> offers structured online courses designed to strengthen this understanding through clear instruction and guided practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why choose WuKong Math:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expert teachers with years of K\u201312 math teaching experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step lessons that reinforce logic and accuracy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interactive exercises that build problem-solving confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Progressive curriculum aligned with international standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With WuKong Math, students move beyond memorizing rules, they learn to think critically and apply math concepts with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mastering the order of operations is a key step toward developing strong problem-solving skills in math. By understanding how PEMDAS works and avoiding common mistakes, students can approach complex equations with clarity and confidence. Consistent practice and guidance from skilled teachers help turn these rules into second nature, setting a solid foundation for future success in higher-level math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq-order-of-operations-in-math\"><\/span>FAQ: Order of Operations in Math<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761635394829\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>1. What does PEMDAS stand for?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">PEMDAS stands for <em>Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition,<\/em> and <em>Subtraction.<\/em> It helps you remember the correct order to solve math problems.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761635419332\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. Why is the order of operations important?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Without a consistent order, the same problem could give different answers. The order of operations ensures everyone solves expressions the same way and gets the correct result.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761635435412\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. Do multiplication and division always come before addition and subtraction?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, but multiplication and division are performed <strong>from left to right<\/strong>, whichever comes first. The same rule applies to addition and subtraction.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761635446610\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>4. How can I help my child practice PEMDAS?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Start with simple examples and gradually add parentheses and exponents. 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One friend might add first and get 28, while another multiplies first and gets 22. Who&#8217;s right? The answer is: follow the order of operations in math! This guide breaks down PEMDAS step by step with fun examples. What Is the Order of Operations in Math? The order of operations in math is a set of agreed-upon rules that dictate the sequence for evaluating mathematical expressions containing multiple operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, exponents, and grouping symbols like parentheses. 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