🔣 Order of Operations
Order of Operations Solver
Solve multi-step arithmetic using BODMAS rules. Learn why operations are prioritized and practice step-by-step.
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1. Priority Hierarchy
1. Brackets first.
2. Orders / Powers next.
3. Multiply & Divide.
4. Add & Subtract.
2. Left-to-Right Rule!
Division and Multiplication have equal precedence. Addition and Subtraction also have equal precedence. Always solve them left to right!
Acronym Comparison: BODMAS vs PEMDAS vs BIDMAS
| Rank | BODMAS (UK / Commonwealth) | PEMDAS (US / Philippines) | BIDMAS (UK Secondary) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Brackets | Parentheses | Brackets |
| 2nd | Orders (powers / roots) | Exponents | Indices |
| 3rd | Division & Multiplication • Equal Priority (Left to Right) | ||
| 4th | Addition & Subtraction • Equal Priority (Left to Right) | ||
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