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Evaluate: $60 \div 5 + 6 \times 2$

1. 24
2. 22
3. 20
4. 26

Correct answer: 24

Solution

Using BODMAS, division and multiplication are done before addition. So, $60 \div 5 = 12$ and $6 \times 2 = 12$, giving $12 + 12 = 24$.

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