The math question below is a tricky one. It seems like everyone who’s seen it comes up with a different answer.
So take a look at the equation below and try and come up with a solution.
Does it match one of the four possible answers listed in the image below?
Did you come up with an answer? Don’t hurry, make sure to take your time and come up with the best answer you can find!
If you’re sure you’ve come up with the correct answer, scroll down for the solution!
A
B
C
The Right Answer
Drumroll please… the correct answer is… B: 12!
Did you guess right? Here’s why B is the correct answer:
If you go back to your school days, you’ll remember that multiplication comes first in the order of operations. That’s why the first equation you have to solve is:
3 x 3 = 9
The equation you’re left with is:
3 + 9 – 3 + 3 = ?
This equation is much simpler. It’s pretty easy to solve – the answer is 12.
Let’s find out if you’re smart enough to solve this tricky math problem
Let’s find out if you’re smart enough to solve this tricky math problem
