Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: + and ÷
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
We must swap one pair of operators globally so that the evaluated left side equals 77.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Check each candidate swap; recompute with standard precedence.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Swap “+” and “÷” (Option C): the expression becomes 5 × 15 + 7 − 20 ÷ 4.Compute: 5 × 15 = 75; then +7 → 82; 20 ÷ 4 = 5; finally 82 − 5 = 77 ✔.
Verification / Alternative check:
Other swaps (e.g., ×↔÷ or −↔+) do not reach 77.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They give values like ~26.7, −72.9, etc., not 77.
Common Pitfalls:
Accidentally swapping only a single occurrence instead of all.
Final Answer:
+ and ÷.
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