Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
6 × 4− (60 ÷ 5) + 15 + (33÷ 3)× 2 = 59
(Note: Interchange should be done of 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. 2 and 4.
Given equation: 6 × 4 − (60 ÷ 5) + 15 + (33 ÷ 3) × 2 = 59
On interchanging the numbers:
6 × 2 − (60 ÷ 5) + 15 + (33 ÷ 3) × 4 = 59
12 - 12 + 15 + 44 = 59
59 = 59