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Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the * signs and to balance the given equation.
83 16 4 57 3

  1. A
    =, ÷, +, -
  2. B
    -, ×, =, ÷
  3. C
    -, +, =, -
  4. D
    -, ÷, =, +

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Let's check each option by substituting the signs into the expression sequentially:
Checking Option D (-, ÷, =, +):

83−16÷4=57+3
According to BODMAS rules, perform division first:

16÷4=4
Now substitute back into the equation:

83−4=57+3
79=60(False)
Checking Option B (-, ×, =, ÷):

83−16×4=57÷3
According to BODMAS rule:

Left-Hand Side (LHS):

16×4=64
83−64=19
Right-Hand Side (RHS):

57÷3=19
Since LHS=RHS=19, this combination perfectly balances the equation.

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Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the * signs and to balance the given equation.
83 16 4 57 3
A
=, ÷, +, -
B
-, ×, =, ÷
C
-, +, =, -
D
-, ÷, =, +

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