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Dive into the order of operations with the acronym PEMDAS, which stands for Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction. This guide clarifies how to correctly apply these rules in math problems, emphasizing the importance of treating addition and subtraction as stop signs. Through detailed examples, we debunk myths about Aunt Sally's method and highlight the correct way to simplify complex equations. Join us in mastering these fundamental math concepts to solve problems efficiently and accurately.
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Order of Operations PEMDAS
Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally • P • E • M • D • A • S • This is the order we do math operations!! Or is it?
Sally is a liar? • Example What does Sally say to do first? • What would the next line be if we listen to Sally?
Listening to Sally This is not correct!!!!!
Putting all the operations together!!! Treat Addition and Subtraction like stop signs in order of operation problems.
Breaking down large problems into smaller ones Each underlined item is a term The terms are simplified Simplify using PEMDAS Remember what we discussed about Aunt Sally