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BIMDAS Practice Quiz Questions
Master order of operations with engaging tests
This BIMDAS quiz helps you practice the order of operations with 20 quick high school questions. Use it to check gaps before a test, build speed and accuracy on brackets, indices, multiply/divide, and add/subtract, and then follow clear outcomes and further reading links after you finish.
Study Outcomes
- Apply the order of operations to solve complex math expressions.
- Analyze multi-step problems to identify the correct sequence for calculations.
- Synthesize various mathematical operations to build efficient problem-solving strategies.
- Evaluate common mistakes in calculation order and correct them effectively.
- Demonstrate improved computational fluency under timed quiz conditions.
BIMDAS Questions Cheat Sheet
- Understand BIDMAS - Kick off your order-of-operations adventure by memorising BIDMAS: Brackets, Indices, Division & Multiplication, Addition & Subtraction. This handy acronym ensures you tackle math problems in the correct sequence every time and breeze through tricky expressions like a pro. BBC Bitesize guide
- Brackets first - Always unwrap those brackets before jumping into other operations. Think of brackets as gift-wrapping around the numbers; you've got to open them first! This clears up confusion in expressions like 10 × (4 + 2). Twinkl BIDMAS wiki
- Handle indices - Next up: exponents and roots, your power boosters! Calculate things like 2² or √9 before moving on, just like in 5 + 2². Mastering indices helps you conquer those sneaky powers in your homework! Twinkl BIDMAS wiki
- Division and multiplication - These buddies share the same priority level, so work from left to right. In 10 + 6 ÷ 2, divide 6 by 2 first, then add for the correct answer. It's like tagging in a relay race: whoever's on the left goes first! Maths Genie
- Addition and subtraction - Same rule applies here: handle them from left to right. Try 30 - 36 ÷ 3 + 5 by dividing before subtracting and adding for a stress-free solution. Keeping track step-by-step makes your brain thank you later. Maths Genie
- Left-to-right rule - When operations have equal priority, don't let them fight - go from left to right! This rule avoids messy mistakes in expressions that mix division, multiplication, addition, and subtraction. It's your secret weapon against chaos. BBC Bitesize guide
- Practice with examples - Sharpen your skills by solving lots of problems. The more you tackle 3 + 5 × 4 or (8 - 3)² + 2, the more intuitive BIDMAS becomes. Regular practice builds confidence and reduces exam jitters! Maths Genie
- Use mnemonic devices - Give each letter in BIDMAS its own quirky story or visual to lock it in memory. Maybe picture a bracket shaped like a bumblebee for "B" or a superhero for "Indices." Fun mental shortcuts make recall a breeze under pressure. Mathnasium blog
- Be cautious with negatives - Negative numbers can trip you up if you're not paying attention. Always apply BIDMAS to the negative terms, like multiplying before subtracting in 10 - 4 × 2. Watch signs carefully to avoid surprise minus results! Twinkl BIDMAS wiki
- Check your work - After you finish, replay each step in your head or jot them down. Confirm you followed the correct order and didn't skip any operations. A quick review can catch little slip-ups before they cost you marks! Symbolab guide