SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 173

SSC CPO - 23 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q173

Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially the * signs from left to right to balance the following equation.

31 * 2 * 60 * 30 * 15 * 49

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ×, +, ÷, -,=.

Given equation: 31 * 2 * 60 * 30 * 15 * 49

Let us check all the options:

Option 1: ×, +, ÷, -,=

The expression becomes:

= 31 × 2 + 60 ÷ 30 - 15  = 49

= 49 is equal to 49.

As we have found our answer, no need to check further options.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.