SSC Stenographer 2022 PYQ — Question 158

SSC Stenographer - 18 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q158

Which two numbers from among the given options should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

(150 ÷ 3 + 15) ÷ 3 × 6 + 30 = 135

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 150 and 135.

Given equation:  (150 ÷ 3 + 15) ÷ 3 × 6 + 30 = 135

Option 1: 150 and 135

After interchanging the expression becomes:

= (135 ÷ 3 + 15) ÷ 3 × 6 + 30 = 150

= (45 + 15) ÷ 3 × 6 + 30

= 60 ÷ 3 × 6 + 30

= 20 × 6 + 30

= 120 + 30

= 150 is equal to 150.

As we have found our answer, there is no need to check further options.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.