If “+” means “×”, “−” means “÷”, “×” means “−” and “÷” means “+”, then what…
2017
If “+” means “×”, “−” means “÷”, “×” means “−” and “÷” means “+”, then what will be the value of 16 ÷ 36 − 6 × 2 + 3 = ?
- A.
26
- B.
20
- C.
16
- D.
14
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Correct answer: C
1. Identify the Given Conditions: Replace the mathematical operators with the new operations specified in the question text: ÷ means + - means ÷ × means - + means ×
2. Rewrite the Equation: Substitute the signs into the original expression: Original Expression: 16 ÷ 36 - 6 × 2 + 3 Decoded Expression: 16 + 36 ÷ 6 - 2 × 3
3. Solve using BODMAS Rule: Step 1 (Division): Perform 36 ÷ 6 = 6 → 16 + 6 - 2 × 3 Step 2 (Multiplication): Perform 2 × 3 = 6 → 16 + 6 - 6 Step 3 (Addition): Perform 16 + 6 = 22 → 22 - 6 Step 4 (Subtraction): Perform 22 - 6 = 16 → 16