Which two numbers (not digits) should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
72 – 6 + (18 ÷ 4) + 17 – (22 × 2) = 44
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 6 and 4.
Given equation: 72 - 6 + (18 ÷ 4) + 17 - (22 × 2) = 44
Option 4: 6 and 4
72 - 4 + (18 ÷ 6) + 17 - (22 × 2) = 44
72 - 4 + 3 + 17 - (22 × 2) = 44
72 - 4 + 3 + 17 - 44 = 44
92 - 4 - 44 = 44
44 = 44