Question

Write the subtraction expression as an equivalent addition expression and then evaluate it.

-3-(-5)
Enter the correct answers in the boxes.
Hint
Addition Expression:
Evaluate:

Answer 1

2

Explanation:

Given the expression -3-(-5)

This is also expressed as;

-3(-5)

= -3 + 5 (The product of two negative sign gives a positive sign)

= 5 - 3

= 2

Hence the result of the expression is 2