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The arithmetic operations which we perform by using spreadsheets follow what order of mathematical (expression) operations rules?

(A) Brackets

(B) Division or multiplication

(C) Addition and subtraction

(D) Exponents

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 2

Spreadsheets follow the BODMAS or BEDMAS rule of precedence: brackets first (A), then exponents (D), then division and multiplication (B), and finally addition and subtraction (C), evaluating from left to right at each level.

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