Question

What is 10 minus (-43)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 53.

Explanation:

When subtracting by a negative number, the subtraction symbols cancel and we are left with an addition problem. See the work below.

10 - (-43)

10 + 43

53

Answer 2

53

Explanation:

To solve this problem you must apply the proccedure shown below:

1. You have the following exercise:

`10-(-43)`

2. You must multiply the signs. When you multiply two negative signs the result is positive:

`10+43`

3. Now, you can make the addition:

`10+43=53`