Which of the following interchanges of signs would make the given equation correct?
8 − 4 + 144 ÷ 16 × 27 = 14
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. × and −.
Given equation: 8 − 4 + 144 ÷ 16 × 27 = 14
On interchanging the sign:
8 × 4 + 144 ÷ 16 - 27 = 14
32 + 9 - 27 = 14
41 - 27 = 14
14 = 14