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What is (-2)-(-2 1/6) and how do i get that answer?

User Dennis Zickefoose
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Answer:

1/6

Explanation:

-2 - (-2 1/6)

multiply the number in the parentheses by -1

-2 + 2 1/6

-2 + 2 cancels out

Leaving 1/6 as your answer.

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