Question

How do you make a word problem out of -12+18

Answer 1

Tom has a $6 debt that is due, but is -$12 in his bank account. To get even in his account, hell need to add $18 into his account.

-12+18=6

-6 (Toms debt)

0 <-- Account breaks even.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

I went down the mountain 12 feet then I went back up 18 feet.