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Determine the answer to 3+ (-5) and explain the steps using a number line.​

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Determine the answer to 3+ (-5) and explain the steps using a number line.​-example-1
User Rynant
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Answer:

-2

Explanation:

1) First, we conclude that the "-" in (-5) cancels out the "+"

2) Now we can write the equation as "3-5"

3) 3-5=-2

4) So let's plot this. I'll do the best I can using a keyboard.

(-5)---(-4)---(-3)---(-2)---(-1)---0---1---2---3---4---5

+

So let's start at -5. My little pointer will be a +

(-5)---(-4)---(-3)---(-2)---(-1)---0---1---2---3---4---5

+

To add, you move to the right. So let's add 3 by moving 3 spaces to the right.

And, there, you're at -2! Hope this helps.

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