Solved UPSC CDS/OTA Question
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Q · SimplificationEasy · 45s
Simplify: 45 ÷ 5 + 8
TopicSimplification
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyEasy
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Compute using BODMAS. 45 ÷ 5 + 8 = 17
Final Answer: Option B — 17