Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the following equation correct?
(16 ÷ 4) × 6 + 26 − 48 + 9 × 8 = 154
(Note: Interchange should be done of the entire number and not individual digits of a given number.)
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 16 and 48.
Given equation: (16 ÷ 4) × 6 + 26 − 48 + 9 × 8 = 154
On interchanging the sign:
(48 ÷ 4) × 6 + 26 − 16 + 9 × 8 = 154
72 + 26 - 16 + 72 = 154
170 - 16 = 154
154 = 154