Did you get it right?
This math puzzle looks short, but the parentheses matter.
The Answer
The correct answer is: 3.
Here is why
- First solve the parentheses: 4 + 5 = 9.
- Then multiply: 3 x 9 = 27.
- Finally subtract: 30 – 27 = 3.
Why people miss it
People often subtract too early or forget that 3 next to parentheses means multiplication.
What answer did you get before checking?