SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 68

SSC GD Constable (English) - 23 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • Reasoning • Q68

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

24 × 16 + 8 – 36 ÷ 18 = 30

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer option 2 i.e. + and ÷

Given equation: 24 × 16 + 8 – 36 ÷ 18 = 30

Option 2: + and ÷

After interchanging the expression becomes:

24 × 16 ÷ 8 – 36 + 18 = 30

24 × 2 – 36 + 18 = 30

48 – 36 + 18 = 30

12 + 18 = 30

30 = 30