Solving 6/(2[1+2]), 3(3)=1 Confusion

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The expression 6/(2[1+2]) evaluates to 9, while the alternative interpretation 3(3) results in 1. The confusion arises from differing interpretations of the order of operations, particularly regarding the treatment of parentheses and multiplication. Some calculators yield 1 for the expression 6/2(1+2), highlighting the ambiguity in notation. Clear guidelines on the order of operations dictate that multiplication and division should be processed from left to right, resolving the ambiguity in favor of the correct answer, 9.

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Of course the answer is 9. But my question is, some sources say this is written ambiguously.
as in, 6/(2[1+2])=1
or 3(3)=1
Why do some people say one needs to evaluate what is effecting the parenthesis before dividing from left to right? I don't see anything in order of operations that would assume the first option. But when you type 6/2(1+2) into some calculators, it gives you 1. Can anybody find a source that says one needs to evaluate what is effecting the parenthesis before dividing from left to right?
 
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