THE PLAYBOOK · PT-BUS
How to play Make 24
For Make 24, PT-BUS puts the actual rules alongside the playable board or activity. Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24. The suggested practice focus is understand the boundary.
Each generated starting set has a verified solution; fractions are allowed.
Understand the boundary
Check the edition notes and play mode. A local game, a computer opponent and remote multiplayer are different features.
Your goal
Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24.
Step by step
- Choose two values in order.
- Choose addition, subtraction, multiplication or division.
- Combine and repeat.
- Undo explores alternatives; Show solution reveals a verified expression.
Controls
Tap two values, an operation and Combine.
A useful example
8 ÷ (3 − 8 ÷ 3) = 24.
Watch out for this
Division and subtraction depend on selection order; zero division is blocked.
Common questions
What is the main objective in this edition?
Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24.
What mistake should I watch for?
Division and subtraction depend on selection order; zero division is blocked.
Which play mode is provided?
Solo