👉 One common mistake in mathematics is the incorrect application of the order of operations, often leading to wrong results. For example, when evaluating expressions like \( 2 + 3 \times 4 \), many students mistakenly add first, getting \( 5 \), instead of following the correct sequence: multiplication before addition, resulting in \( 14 \). This oversight can propagate errors in more complex calculations, making it crucial to always remember PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division from left to right, Addition and Subtraction from left to right).
