Which of the number (not digits) should be interchanged in the given equation to make it mathematically correct?
12 ÷ 3 − 2 + 5 × 4 = 23
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 3 and 2.
Given equation: 12 ÷ 3 − 2 + 5 × 4 = 23
Option 2: 3 and 2
After interchanging the expression becomes:
12 ÷ 2 − 3 + 5 × 4 = 23
23 = 23