Question

Select the first operation that is to be done to solve the following:
20 - (12 × 6) ÷ (6 + 8)

• A. 6+8
• B. 12 × 6
• C. 6 ÷ 6
• D. 20-12

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A 6+8
B 12 × 6

As we know, the order of operation of BODMAS is as follows:

Brackets

Of

Division

Multiplication

Addition

Subtraction

So, in this question, we simultaneously solve the two brackets. Hence, the correct answers would be 12 × 6 and 6+8.

Once the two brackets are solved, we can go ahead to solve division, followed by subtraction.