California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) Math Practice Exam

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What is the value of the expression 12 ÷ 3 + 5?

  1. 15

  2. 9

  3. 10

  4. 8

The correct answer is: 9

To solve the expression 12 ÷ 3 + 5, it's essential to follow the correct order of operations. The order of operations dictates that any division or multiplication should be performed before addition or subtraction. First, we perform the division: 12 ÷ 3 equals 4. Next, we take the result and add 5: 4 + 5 equals 9. Thus, the value of the expression is 9. This logical sequential breakdown confirms that the reasoning used in obtaining the final answer aligns with mathematical principles.