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Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
99÷33−6+48×26=40

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

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Let's test the options using the BODMAS rule to find the correct expression equal to 40.
Test Option D: Interchanging × and -
The equation becomes:

99÷33×6+48−26=40
Let's calculate step by step:

Division: 99÷33=3

Multiplication: 3×6=18

Substitution: 18+48−26

Addition: 18+48=66

Subtraction: 66−26=40

Since 40=40, Option D is correct.

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Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
99÷33−6+48×26=40
A
+ and ×
B
÷ and ×
C
- and ÷
D
× and -

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