Fill in operators — Choose the correct sequence of signs to make the statement true: 40 * 2 * 4 * 3 * 8

Introduction / Context:We must pick a sequence of operations so that the expression becomes a true equation. The four symbols fill in order and one of them must be “=” to split left and right sides.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Template: 40 {s1} 2 {s2} 4 {s3} 3 {s4} 8
• Standard precedence applies on each side of the “=”.

Concept / Approach:Try choices that place “=” as the third symbol so the last symbol lands on the right-hand side. Option B yields a clean check.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:Test other options quickly; they fail to balance to a single equality.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• They either misplace “=” or produce unequal numeric results.

Common Pitfalls:

• Ignoring precedence and evaluating strictly left-to-right across the equality.

Final Answer:÷ + = x