Question:

If \(+\) means multiplication, \(-\) means addition, \(÷ \) means subtraction and \(\times\) means division, then what is the value of the expression 12.5\(+\) 14\(\times\)8.75\(-\)12?

Updated On: Mar 5, 2025
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Replace the Operators Based on Their Given Meanings

Given operator replacements: 

  • + means multiplication
  • - means addition
  • ÷ means subtraction
  • × means division

Rewriting the given expression:

\[ 12.5 \times 14 \div 8.75 + 12. \]

Step 2: Perform the Operations Stepwise

  • Perform multiplication:
  • Perform division:
  • Perform addition:

Final Conclusion

The value of the expression is 32, so the correct answer is (D) 32.

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