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Sam is using these numbers to make a new

number.
12
1
1
4
7
He can only use brackets, +, -, x, ÷ once.
He cannot use any number more than once.
He cannot use powers.
He cannot put numbers together
e.g. he cannot use '147'.
What is the biggest number he can make?
Show how he can make this number.

2 Answers

6 votes

Answer: 741

Explanation:

The biggest number Sam can make is 741. He can make this number by using the brackets and the division symbol: (12 + 1 + 1) / 4 = 741.

User Mojtaba Rezaeian
by
4.6k points
1 vote

Answer:

87

Explanation:

12x7+4-1/1

User Emiswelt
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