Which two signs should be interchanged to make the following equation mathematically correct?
15 × 14 – 8 + 12 ÷ 4 = 5
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. × and +.
Given equation: 15 × 14 – 8 + 12 ÷ 4 = 5
On interchanging the signs:
15 + 14 – 8 × 12 ÷ 4 = 5
15 + 14 - 24 = 5
29 - 24 = 5
5 = 5