THE PLAYBOOK · SALESWOOD
An introduction to playing Make 24
Bring your attention to one round of Make 24. Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Each generated starting set has a verified solution; fractions are allowed.
Try a more deliberate round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The purpose of your moves
Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
Start here and follow along
- Choose two values in order.
- Choose addition, subtraction, multiplication or division.
- Combine and repeat.
- Undo explores alternatives; Show solution reveals a verified expression.
Input guidance
Tap two values, an operation and Combine. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.
An example to follow
Using 1, 2, 3 and 4 once each, (1 + 3) × (2 + 4) equals 24. Brackets determine which operations happen first. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
Division and subtraction depend on selection order; zero division is blocked. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Answers about the rules and controls
Before I begin, what is the goal of Make 24?
Keep this in mind: Use all four numbers exactly once to obtain 24.
For this browser game, how do I control Make 24?
The key detail is this: Tap two values, an operation and Combine.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Make 24?
Here is the relevant explanation: 8 ÷ (3 − 8 ÷ 3) = 24.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Make 24?
Division and subtraction depend on selection order; zero division is blocked.
For a quick reminder, what format does Make 24 offer?
For clarity: Each generated starting set has a verified solution; fractions are allowed.
For my first round, which play mode does Make 24 use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
