Question

Use the operation signs +,-, x, and ⌯ once each in the expression below to make the number sentence true. Why does your answer make sense? Use evidence to justify your answer. 6 ___ (3 ___ 1) ___ 5 ___ 1 = 17

Answer 1

`6 * (3 - 1) + 5 / 1 = 17`

Explanation:

Given

`6\ [\ ]\ (\ 3\ [\ ]\ 1\ )\ [\ ]\ 5\ [\ ]\ 1\ =\ 17`

Required

Fill in the box with +,-, x, and ⌯ (once each)

This question is solved using trial by error approach.

After some tests, the solution that matches the equation is:

`6 * (3 - 1) + 5 / 1 = 17`