SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 62

SSC GD Const (English) - 29 Feb 2024 - Shift 3 • Reasoning • Q62

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

9 ÷ 3 + 1 × 7 - 4 = 0

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 4 and 7.

Given equation: 9 ÷ 3 + 1 × 7 - 4 = 0

Option 1: 4 and 7

After interchanging the expression becomes:

⇒ (9 ÷ 3) + 1 × 4 - 7 = 0

⇒ 3 + (1 × 4) - 7

⇒ 3 + 4 - 7

⇒ 0 = 0

Hence, the correct answer is 4 and 7.