At first glance it looks simple, but most people get it wrong because they skip one important rule.

30 − 12 ÷ 3 + 2 = ?

The trick is to follow the order of operations. Division comes first, so:

• 12 ÷ 3 = 4
• 30 − 4 + 2
• 30 − 4 = 26
• 26 + 2 = 28

The correct answer is 28.

Did you get it right on your first try, or did this puzzle trick you?