If solving an equation with more than one operation, you must first:
A) add or divide
B) add or subtract
C) subtract or multiply
D) multiply or divide

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When solving an equation with more than one operation, the correct order of operations must be followed, which is Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right). This rule is often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS. Therefore, before addressing multiplication or division, one must handle any operations inside parentheses and any exponents. After dealing with multiplication or division, the next step is to add or subtract as necessary.

If Solving an Equation with More Than One Operation, You