SOLUTION: Using PEMDAS, what is 16 divided by 4 times 3 minus 6? I don't think 6 is the right answer because I have to do my division after multiplication. I'm confused.

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Question 671327: Using PEMDAS, what is 16 divided by 4 times 3 minus 6? I don't think 6 is the right answer because I have to do my division after multiplication. I'm confused.
Answer by ReadingBoosters(3246) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
16 / 4(3) - 6
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4(3) = 12
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16%2F12+=+4%2F3
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4%2F3+-+6+=+4%2F3+-+18%2F3+=+highlight_green%28-14%2F3%29
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