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In the expression 8 / 4 * 2, which operation is performed first?

easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Python - Operators and Expression Evaluation
In the expression 8 / 4 * 2, which operation is performed first?
ASubtraction
BMultiplication (4 * 2)
CAddition
DDivision (8 / 4)
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Check precedence of division and multiplication

    Division (/) and multiplication (*) have the same precedence and are evaluated left to right.

  2. Step 2: Evaluate left to right

    First 8 / 4 is done, then the result is multiplied by 2.

  3. Final Answer:

    Division (8 / 4) is performed first -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Same precedence operators = left to right [OK]
Quick Trick: Same precedence operators go left to right [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Multiplying before dividing
  • Ignoring left to right rule
  • Confusing with addition or subtraction

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