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Which two numbers (not individual digits) should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

  1. A
    11 and 4
  2. B
    2 and 6
  3. C
    2 and 5
  4. D
    3 and 6

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Let's test the options to see which interchange balances the equation to 13.Test Option C (2 and 5):Interchange 2 and 5 in the equation:

Solving using BODMAS:Inside brackets: Division: Substitute back: Multiplications: and Now the expression is: Addition/Subtraction: (Incorrect)Test Option D (3 and 6):Interchange 3 and 6 in the equation:

Solving using BODMAS:Inside brackets: Division: Substitute back: Multiplications: and Now the expression is: Addition/Subtraction: Since , interchanging 3 and 6 makes the equation correct.

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Which two numbers (not individual digits) should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
A
11 and 4
B
2 and 6
C
2 and 5
D
3 and 6

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