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Which two numbers (not digits) and two signs need to be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

240 ÷ 20 - 16 × 14 + 120 = 175

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SSC Selection Post 2021 Question Paper (09-Feb-2022) (Shift-1)
The correct answer is

16 and 20, - and +

The correct answer is 16 and 20, - and +.

Perform calculations step-by-step to avoid errors, especially with division and multiplication before addition and subtraction. If fractions or decimals appear during intermediate steps (as in Option 1), carry them through accurately or simplify before proceeding. Keep track of your calculations for each option, perhaps in a table format like the one above, to compare results easily. Practicing different types of equation-based puzzles, including those with various operators and numbers, will improve your speed and accuracy in solving these problems.

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