- 12 – 3 = 9
- 9 × 2 = 18
- 18 + 8 = 26
This ignores the rule that multiplication must be completed before addition and subtraction.
The Lesson
Math puzzles like this are not really about difficult calculations. They test whether you remember the fundamental rules of arithmetic. Even a simple expression can trick people when they rush through it.
Correct Answer: 14 🎉
