SOLUTION: I know this may seem silly but there is much debate around the office concerning this simple math problem and the correct way to solve it. 9-5+5x0+3=

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Question 580919: I know this may seem silly but there is much debate around the office concerning this simple math problem and the correct way to solve it.
9-5+5x0+3=

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
9-5+5x0+3
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Assuming that "0" is an exponent you get:
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= 9-5+5*1+3
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= 9+3
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= 12
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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