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#1 2007-09-10 12:33:29

moniqueeeey
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simple bedmas but I need help please

here is the question:(21 x 8) ? 4 + 60 - 17 =
In the place of the "?" you can substitute a straight verticle line like this "l" I dont know why its there or the  question mark. It is an answer I have to give to win a gift certificate but  the stupid line or question make doesnt make sense...but its there . Anyone with an answer?

#2 2007-09-10 15:46:38

pi man
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Registered: 2006-07-06
Posts: 251

Re: simple bedmas but I need help please

My best guess is that it is a typo and it is supposed to be "/", i.e. division.   

(21 x 8) / 4 + 60 - 17 =
= 168 / 4 + 60 - 17
= 42 + 60 - 17
= 102 - 17
= 85

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