Question

    If + denotes ÷, × denotes -, - denotes ×, and ÷ denotes +, what is the value of the following expression:

    124 + 4 × 5 – 6 ÷ 6 + 3 = ?

    A 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 8 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Substitute the symbols with their new meanings: 124 ÷ 4 - 5 × 6 + 6 ÷ 3 = 31 - 5 × 6 + 2 = 31 – 30 + 2 = 3 So, the value of the expression is 3.

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