Only Geniuses Can Solve This Math Puzzle in 10 Seconds

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This math puzzle looks simple, but it challenges you to solve it correctly in just 10 seconds by using the proper order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).

Expression:
5 × 5 − 5 + 5 ÷ 5

Step-by-step:
First do multiplication and division:
5 × 5 = 25
5 ÷ 5 = 1

Now it becomes:
25 − 5 + 1

Then solve left to right:
25 − 5 = 20
20 + 1 = 21

Final answer: 21

It looks easy—but only if you follow the correct rules.