Question

Which expression is equivalent to -6?

-8 + (-2)
-8 - (-2)
-2 + (-8)
2 - (-8)

Answer 1

It would be -8 - (-2)

Explanation:

It would be the second choice because it's the only one with a negative six.

Answer 2

-8 - (-2) is equivalent to -6.

Explanation:

-8 + (-2) = -8 - 2 = -10

-8 - (-2) = -8 + 2 = -6 ✓

-2 + (-8) = -2 - 8 = -10

2 - (-8) = 2 + 8 = 10