If '+' means '×', '−' means '÷', '×' means '−' and '÷' means '+', what is the value of 18 − 6 + 4 × 3 ÷ 5?

Correct answer: A. 14

Replace the signs first: 18 − 6 + 4 × 3 ÷ 5 becomes 18 ÷ 6 × 4 − 3 + 5. Then apply BODMAS (division and multiplication before addition and subtraction) to get 14.

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Answer and explanation

The correct answer is A. 14

Replace the signs first: 18 − 6 + 4 × 3 ÷ 5 becomes 18 ÷ 6 × 4 − 3 + 5. Then apply BODMAS (division and multiplication before addition and subtraction) to get 14.

Topic: Mathematical Operations and BODMAS MCQs · Subject: Reasoning