Which one of the following operation is executed first in Mathematics?

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

Question:   Which one of the following operation is executed first in Mathematics?

A   Addition

B   Subtraction

C    Division

D   Parentheses

Answer:     Parentheses

 

OperationDescriptionExample
ParenthesesOperations enclosed in parentheses are done first.(3 + 2) ×4 = 20
Exponents (Powers)Calculations involving exponents or powers.23 = 8
MultiplicationMultiplication of numbers or variables.4 × 5 = 20
DivisionDivision of numbers or variables.15 / 3 = 5
AdditionAddition of numbers or variables.7 + 2 = 9
SubtractionSubtraction of numbers or variables.10 – 6 = 4