Understanding the order of operations is super important when you are simplifying math problems. Here are some reasons why it can be tricky:

1. Complexity: When you have to deal with different operations like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing, it's easy to make mistakes.

2. Misinterpretation: If you don't follow the correct order, you could end up with a completely different answer.

To tackle this, students can:

• Remember the order of operations using PEMDAS or BODMAS.
• Practice with a variety of examples to get comfortable.
• Always double-check their work to make sure it's correct.