Which of the following interchanges of signs would make the given equation correct?
15 − 54 × 18 + 16 ÷ 2 = 44
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. ÷ and ×.
Given equation: 15 − 54 × 18 + 16 ÷ 2 = 44
On interchanging the signs:
15 − 54 ÷ 18 + 16 × 2 = 44
15 - 3 + 32 = 44
47 - 3 = 44
44 = 44