Which expression has the same value as -9+ (-8)

Robbie White asked Apr 28, 2023

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Robbie White asked Apr 28, 2023

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Answer:

-9 + (-8) = -9 -8 = -17

Explanation:

When we have a plus sign before a parenthesis, everything inside the parenthesis keeps it's signal.

So the equivalent expression is:

-9 + (-8) = -9 -8 = -17

Mark Edgar answered May 5, 2023

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