Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace the * signs and balance the given equation.
216 * 6 * 8 * 64 * 48 = 500
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2. i.e. ÷, +, ×, −.
Given equation: 216 * 6 * 8 * 64 * 48 = 500
Option 1: ×, +, ÷, −
After interchanging the expression becomes:
= 216 × 6 + 8 ÷ 64 - 48 = 500
= 1248.125 is not equal to 500.
Option 2: ÷, +, ×, −
After interchanging the expression becomes:
= 216 ÷ 6 + 8 × 64 - 48 = 500
= 36 + 8 × 64 - 48
= 36 + 512 - 48
= 548 - 48
= 500 is equal to 500.
As we have found our answer, so, there is no need of checking other options.
Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.