SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CGL - 12 April 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q64

Find the value of the following expression:

5−35÷5×15+512−25 - 35 ÷ 5 × 15 + 5\over 12 - 2

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. -9.5

Explanation:

From the given question,

5−35÷5×15+512−25 - 35 ÷ 5 × 15 + 5\over 12 - 2

⇒ (5−7×15+5)10(5 - 7 × 15 + 5)\over10

⇒ (10−105)10=−9510{(10 - 105)\over 10} = {-95\over 10} = - 9.5

Hence, the value of 5−35÷5×15+512−25 - 35 ÷ 5 × 15 + 5\over 12 - 2 is - 9.5