SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 80

SSC GD Const (English) - 20 Feb 2024 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q80

Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
8 × 9 ÷ 4 + 5 - 3 = 2

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 3 and 9

8 × 9 ÷ 4 + 5 - 3 = 2

After interchanging numbers, 

⇒ (8 × 3 ÷ 4)+ 5 - 9  = 2

⇒ (6 + 5) - 9 = 2

⇒ 11 - 9 = 2

⇒ 2 = 2