Which two signs should be interchanged to make the following equation correct?
18 – 12 ÷ 4 + 8 × 2 = 5
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. + and -.
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Given equation: 18 – 12 ÷ 4 + 8 × 2 = 5 Let us check all the options: Option 1: - and ÷ The expression becomes: = 18 ÷ 12 - 4 + 8 × 2 = 13.5 is not equal to 5. Option 2: ÷ and × = 18 – 12 × 4 + 8 ÷ 2 = -26 is not equal to 5. Option 3: + and - = 18 + 12 ÷ 4 - 8 × 2 = 5 As we have found our answer, we need not check the other options. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer. |