Which of the mathematical signs should be interchanged in the below equation to make it mathematically correct?
144 - 12 + 18 × 6 ÷ 24 = 96
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. - and ÷.
Given equation: 144 - 12 + 18 × 6 ÷ 24 = 96
Option 1: - and ÷
After interchanging the expression becomes:
144 ÷ 12 + 18 × 6 - 24 = 96
12 + 18 × 6 - 24 = 96
12 + 108 - 24 = 96
96 = 96