Multiple choice

What approximate value will come in the place of (?) in the following question? 864.799 × 39.012 - 72.899 × 14.02 =?

  1. 32300

  2. 32000

  3. 32700

  4. 31000

  5. 34000
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Round 864.799 to 865 and 39.012 to 39, giving 865 × 39 = 33735. Round 72.899 to 73 and 14.02 to 14, giving 73 × 14 = 1022. The difference is 33735 - 1022 = 32713, which rounds to 32700. Option A (32300) is too low, while D (31000) and E (34000) are further from the actual value.

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