Solve 8×(7×1): Order of Operations with Simple Multiplication

Great question! Even when parentheses contain simple calculations like $7\times1=7$, you must always follow the order of operations. This builds the correct habit for harder problems where parentheses really matter.

Solve each set of parentheses from left to right, or work from the innermost parentheses outward if they're nested inside each other.

While $8\times7\times1=56$ gives the same answer, you must respect the parentheses in the original expression. The parentheses tell you the intended order of operations.

Use PEMDAS: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (left to right), Addition and Subtraction (left to right). Parentheses always come first!

Double-check that you solved $7\times1=7$ first, then $8\times7=56$. If you're still getting a different answer, show each step to find where the mistake happened.