Order of Operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS) Checker

Verify if your mathematical expressions are solved correctly by following the order of operations.

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Understanding Order of Operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS)

Order of Operations is a set of rules that dictate the sequence in which operations should be performed in a mathematical expression. PEMDAS/BODMAS is a common acronym that helps remember this order:

Parentheses / Brackets: Operations inside parentheses or brackets are performed first.
Exponents / Orders: Calculations involving exponents or orders (powers and square roots, etc.) are next.
Multiplication and Division: These operations are performed from left to right.
Addition and Subtraction: These operations are performed last, from left to right.

This tool helps you check if a given mathematical expression has been solved correctly by following these rules. Enter your expression and your proposed solution to see if it's correct and to view the step-by-step calculation.