Which two signs should be interchanged to make the equation mathematically correct?
72 × 3 + 48 ÷ 6 - 16 = 296
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. × and ÷.
Given equation: 72 × 3 + 48 ÷ 6 - 16 = 296
Option 1: × and ÷
After interchanging the expression becomes:
= 72 ÷ 3 + 48 × 6 - 16 = 296
= 24 + 48 × 6 - 16
= 24 + 288 - 16
= 312 - 16
= 296 = 296
As we have found our answer, there is no need to check further options.
Hence, × and ÷ is the correct answer.