Which two signs should be interchanged to make the equation mathematically correct?
24 + 54 ÷ 18 - 48 × 16 = 40
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. × and +.
Given equation: 24 + 54 ÷ 18 - 48 × 16 = 40
Option 1: × and +
After interchanging the expression becomes:
24 × 54 ÷ 18 - 48 + 16 = 40
24 × 3 - 48 + 16 = 40
72 - 48 + 16 = 40
40 = 40