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AdamJoshua 07-31-2019 02:40 PM
Simple Math Problem
 
Post your answer to this simple math problem.

https://i.imgur.com/HLv5efg.jpg

markem 07-31-2019 02:52 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
16

Porch Dweller 07-31-2019 03:16 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
PEMDAS tells me the answer is one. 2+2=4, 4*2=8, 8/8=1



(For non-mathies, PEMDAS is the order of operations for math functions: First is whatever's in Parantheses, then Exponents, Multiplacation, Division, Addition, then lastly Subtraction.)

Wharf Rat 07-31-2019 03:23 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Porch Dweller (Post 2180978)
PEMDAS tells me the answer is one. 2+2=4, 4*2=8, 8/8=1



(For non-mathies, PEMDAS is the order of operations for math functions: First is whatever's in Parantheses, then Exponents, Multiplacation, Division, Addition, then lastly Subtraction.)
Once you evaluate the parentheses, you go left to right. 16

AdamJoshua 07-31-2019 03:24 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Porch Dweller (Post 2180978)
PEMDAS tells me the answer is one. 2+2=4, 4*2=8, 8/8=1



(For non-mathies, PEMDAS is the order of operations for math functions: First is whatever's in Parantheses, then Exponents, Multiplacation, Division, Addition, then lastly Subtraction.)
You must be loads of fun at parties :sl

icehog3 07-31-2019 03:44 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wharf Rat (Post 2180979)
Once you evaluate the parentheses, you go left to right. 16
I'm lost. I read 8 divided by 2x4 (8) = 1

Wharf Rat 07-31-2019 03:59 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by icehog3 (Post 2180984)
I'm lost. I read 8 divided by 2x4 (8) = 1
After you do the parentheses, you go left to right so,

8/2*(2+2)=

8/2*4=

4*4= 16

icehog3 07-31-2019 04:03 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wharf Rat (Post 2180987)
After you do the parentheses, you go left to right so,

8/2*(2+2)=

8/2*4=

4*4= 16
Ok, thanks. Glad I don't need to go back for any math classes anytime soon. :lr

markem 07-31-2019 04:34 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Porch Dweller (Post 2180978)
PEMDAS tells me the answer is one. 2+2=4, 4*2=8, 8/8=1



(For non-mathies, PEMDAS is the order of operations for math functions: First is whatever's in Parantheses, then Exponents, Multiplacation, Division, Addition, then lastly Subtraction.)
well, no. See https://study.com/academy/lesson/wha...-examples.html

The camaro show 07-31-2019 05:24 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
This is why I hate math lol

longknocker 07-31-2019 05:27 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
I Hate Math, But I Got That One Right!:D:banger:tu "16"

Porch Dweller 07-31-2019 05:47 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AdamJoshua (Post 2180980)
You must be loads of fun at parties :sl
Well, I'm a misanthropic introvert, so...what is this "parties" you speak of? :D

Porch Dweller 07-31-2019 05:49 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by markem (Post 2180989)
I forgot all about that. But I'm drinking whiskey and have taken two Benadryl, so I've probably forgotten my dog's name, too.

hudd 07-31-2019 09:30 PM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
I say 1

longknocker 08-01-2019 05:52 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
After Consulting With My "Smart" Work Colleagues, The Answer Is "1".;s:gary

G G 08-01-2019 06:55 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Well it would appear that both answers given are right:
https://www.foxnews.com/tech/viral-m...-many-internet

mosesbotbol 08-01-2019 07:40 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by hudd (Post 2181011)
I say 1
Agree.

icehog3 08-01-2019 08:33 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
A wise friend told me "t is a loaded question. You can bypass all ambiguities and misunderstanding with a bracket. Modern Western interpretation says 16. Old Eastern says 1. You can just write 8 / [2(2+2)] as is what is accepted, or (8/2)(2+2) as was used to be accepted, in order to resolve this conversation. Therefore, I would place blame on the opacity of the question."

CigarNut 08-01-2019 08:48 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
You guys have too much time on your hands :)

Porch Dweller 08-01-2019 09:52 AM
Re: Simple Math Problem
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by G G (Post 2181027)
Well it would appear that both answers given are right:
https://www.foxnews.com/tech/viral-m...-many-internet
WooHoo, I knew my whiskey- and benedryl-addled brain hadn't let me down!!!

:D


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