Which two signs should be interchanged to make the equation mathematically correct?
42 + 16 ÷ 7 - 36 × 16 = 76
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. × and +.
Given equation: 42 + 16 ÷ 7 - 36 × 16 = 76
Option 1: × and +
After interchanging the expression becomes:
42 × 16 ÷ 7 - 36 + 16 = 76
96 - 36 + 16 =76
60 + 16 =76
76 = 76