If × stands for addition, stands for subtraction, + stands for multiplication, and -stands for division, then 12 × 6 3 - 2 + 5 = ?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 10.5.
Given equation: 12 × 6 ÷ 3 – 2 + 5
After substitution:
12 + 6 − 3 ÷ 2 × 5
= 12 + 6 − (3/2) × 5
= 18 − 15/2
= 18 − 7.5 = 10.5