SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 68

SSC GD Constable (English) - 25 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q68

Which two signs should be interchanged to make the equation mathematically correct?

108 ÷ 27 × 54 - 40 + 34 = 48

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. ÷ and ×.

Given equation: 108 ÷ 27 × 54 - 40 + 34 = 48

Option 1: ÷ and ×

After interchanging the expression becomes:

= 108 × 27 ÷ 54 - 40 + 34 = 48

= 54 - 40 + 34

= 48 = 48

As we have found our answer, there is no need to check further options.

Hence, ÷ and × is the correct answer.