BODMAS Rule

BODMAS

Rule

BODMAS tells us the order in which we solve mathematical expressions.

B

Brackets

Solve the expressions inside brackets first.

( )

O

Orders

Then solve powers or roots.

x² √x

D

Division ➗

Then do division (from left to right).

M

Multiplication ✖️

Then do multiplication (from left to right).

A

Addition ➕

Then do addition (from left to right).

S

Subtraction ➖

Finally do subtraction (from left to right).

EASY TRICK

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EXAMPLE

18 − [ 6 ÷ (2 + 1) ] × 2 + 4²

Step 1 (Brackets)

18 − [ 6 ÷ 3 ] × 2 + 4² (2+1=3)

Step 2 (Orders)

18 − [ 6 ÷ 3 ] × 2 + 16 (4²=16)

Step 3 (Division)

18 − [ 2 ] × 2 + 16

Step 4 (Multiplication)

18 − 4 + 16

Step 5 (Addition)

14 + 16

Step 6 (Subtraction)

30

Why it's important?

• ❤️ Helps in solving expressions correctly.
• ❤️ Avoids silly mistakes.
• ❤️ Used in exams, formulas & daily calculations.

TIPS

• ⭐ Always follow the order.
• ⭐ If same operation (÷ or ×) comes, solve from left to right.
• ⭐ Work step by step.

Practice Makes Perfect! ⭐