Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
(24 + 14− 6) ÷ 2 + 18 × 3 − 20 = 40
(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. 14 and 18.
Given equation: (24 + 14− 6) ÷ 2 + 18 × 3 − 20 = 40
On interchanging the numbers:
(24 + 18 − 6) ÷ 2 + 14 × 3 − 20 = 40
36 ÷ 2 + 14 × 3 − 20 = 40
18 + 42 - 20 = 40
60 - 20 = 40