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Which of the following interchanges of numbers would make the given equation correct?

  1. A
    3, 8
  2. B
    8, 9
  3. C
    3, 5
  4. D
    3, 9

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Let's test the options using the BODMAS rule to find the correct configuration.
Given expression:

* Test Option D (Interchanging 3 and 9):
The equation becomes:





* Test Option C (Interchanging 3 and 5):
The equation becomes:



Applying BODMAS, first division:



Next, multiplication:



Next, addition and subtraction:



Since LHS = RHS = 38, interchanging 3 and 5 makes the mathematical equation correct.

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Which of the following interchanges of numbers would make the given equation correct?
A
3, 8
B
8, 9
C
3, 5
D
3, 9

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