SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 53

SSC CGL - 18 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

The value of 18 ÷ [26 - {25 - (15 - 5) ÷ 2}] of 12 + 2 - 2 ÷ 4 × 16 is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e.  -234\frac{23}{4}.

⇒ 18 ÷ [26 - {25 - (15 - 5) ÷ 2}] of 12 + 2 - 2 ÷ 4 × 16

⇒ 18 ÷ [26 - 20] of 12 + 2 - 2 ÷ 4 × 16

⇒ 18 ÷ 72 + 2 - 2 ÷ 4 × 16

⇒ 18 ÷ 72 - 6 = 18/72 - 6 = 1/4 - 6

⇒ (1 - 24)/6 

⇒ -234\frac{23}{4}