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Order of Operations Puzzle

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Order of Operations Puzzle

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🔐 Part 1: Decode the Secret Word

Use the order of operations (GEMA: Grouping, Exponents, Multiplication ÷ Division, Addition − Subtraction). Each correct numerical result maps to a letter (A = 1, B = 2, …, Z = 26). Solve each expression, write the number and the corresponding letter. Show your working.

1. (3^2) + 7 = ________ Letter:
2. 2 × (5 + 4) = ________ Letter:
3. (6 ÷ 3) − 1 = ________ Letter:
4. 10 − (4 + 3) = ________ Letter:
5. 12 ÷ (2 + 1) × 5 = ________ Letter:
6. 3^2 = ________ Letter:
7. (2 × 4) − 5 = ________ Letter:
8. (14 + 6) ÷ 4 = ________ Letter:

✏️ Part 2: Quick Checks & Reflection

Quick evaluation: Do each calculation and write the answer. Show brief working if needed.

9. 8 + 6 ÷ 2 = ________
10. (9 − 3) × 2 = ________
11. 18 ÷ (3 × 2) = ________
12. Reflection: Describe one common mistake students make with order of operations and how to check your answer. (One or two sentences)

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