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In Mathematics / College | 2025-07-07

Which convention does one use to solve a calculation that only contains division and multiplication, or only subtraction and addition?
a) From the centre outwards
b) From left to right
c) From right to left
d) From finish to the centre

Asked by boitymathekga27

Answer (2)

The correct convention for performing calculations involving only multiplication and division or only subtraction and addition is to work from left to right . This approach is part of the order of operations that helps maintain consistency in mathematical evaluations. Examples include performing operations in the same order as they appear in the expression for accurate results. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

The correct convention for calculations involving only multiplication and division, or only subtraction and addition, is to work from left to right. This ensures accuracy in evaluating mathematical expressions. Therefore, the choice is option b) From left to right .
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-08