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On a number line what is the difference between -12 and 20

A -32
B 8
C 12
D 32

I’m also stuck on this one please need help

User Cjn
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-12 - 20 = - 32

the answer is -

A. -32
User Changelog
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To find the distance, get the largest number and subtract the smallest number from it

20 - (-12)

two negatives = one positive

20 + 12 = 32

D) 32 is your answer

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