Could you work out an equation from a knowledge test from 1992?

Here’s a classic math puzzle from 1992 that has left many scratching their heads:

At first glance, it might look confusing, but if you follow the order of operations, the solution becomes quite simple. Let’s break it down step-by-step using PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction).

Step-by-step solution:

• Step 1: Start with multiplication and division first.
  • 1 x 0 = 0
  • 3 ÷ 3 = 1
• Step 2: Now, solve the rest of the equation:
  • 6 – 0 + 1 = 7

The Answer: