Math problem from school that many adults fail: Solve it without a calculator

Solve this math problem without a calculator

The challenge below is a classic math problem similar to the ones they give kids in primary school.

It is important to remember the order of operations to get the correct result, which is not easy after all these years.

Did you figure out the answer? If not, we’ll reveal it after the picture below.

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Here is the answer

First of all, we need to start with solving the multiplication in the brackets

7 (7- 6)

Then you solve the equation within the brackets

7 (1)

Now you can continue with solving the multiplication:

7 x 1 = 7

Now you have the solution to the equation: It’s 7

The answer is 7. 

Did you get it right? Congratulations!