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Which statement best describes the expression 3 + 2 ÷ y?

The quotient of y and the sum of 3 and 2
The quotient of the sum of 3 and 2 and y
The sum of 3 and the quotient of 2 and y
The sum of 3 and the quotient of y and 2

User Vinesh
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Answer: C

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User Hirdesh Vishwdewa
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Answer:

C is the correct option.

Explanation:

The given expression is 3 + 2 ÷ y

According to the DMAS rule:

D= Division

M= Multiplication

A = Addition

S= Subtraction

According to this rule division will be performed first and then addition.

It means that division of 2 by y and then add 3 in the result of performed division.

Thus the correct option is The sum of 3 and the quotient of 2 and y....

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