Math problem divides the internet

Still, not everyone agrees.

Mike Breen from the American Mathematical Society explained: “the way it’s written, it’s ambiguous.”

While working with Popular Mechanics, he added: “In math, a lot of times there are ambiguities. Mathematicians try to make rules as precise as possible. According to strict order of operations, you’d get 16, but I wouldn’t hit someone on the wrist with a ruler if they said 1.”

Why Others Argue the Answer Is 1
Those on the other side approach the expression differently.

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