Simplification means reducing a complex mathematical expression to its simplest form using arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and applying rules like BODMAS.
BODMAS Rule
BODMAS is an acronym used to remember the order of operations in mathematics. It helps solve expressions step-by-step in the correct sequence.
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B → Brackets: ( ), { }, [ ]
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O → Orders: Powers and roots (like 2², √9)
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D → Division: ÷
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M → Multiplication: ×
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A → Addition: +
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S → Subtraction: −
Example:
Solve:
6 + 2 × (3)²
= 6 + 2 × 9
= 6 + 18
= 24
Types of Brackets
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( ) – Parentheses
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{ } – Curly Brackets
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[ ] – Square Brackets
