Question

Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the expression 2+7?

A.The number that is 2 to the left of −7 on the number line
B.The number that is 2 to the right of -7 on the number line
C.The number that is 7 to the left of 2 on the number line
D. The number that is 7 to the right of 2 on the number line

Answer 1

D. The number that is 7 to the right of 2 on the number line

Explanation:

Because...

(A) is -9

(B) is -5

(C) is 5

(D) is 9

and 2+7=9,

thus the answer is D.

Answer 2

D

Explanation: