SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 86

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2020 - 6 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q86

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

16 - 4 + 2 × 15 ÷ 5 = 29

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ÷ and –.

Given equation: 16 - 4 + 2 × 15 ÷ 5 = 29

On interchanging the signs:

16 ÷ 4 + 2 × 15 - 5 = 29

4 + 2 × 15 - 5 = 29

4 + 30 - 5 = 29

29 = 29