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In the first box of each equation, write an example of an integer that will result in the sum described. Then write the sum.

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Final answer:

To find an integer that results in a desired sum, choose appropriate examples based on whether you're adding two positive or negative numbers or combining numbers with opposite signs. Then perform the calculation according to the rules of addition and subtraction.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve the problem, let's consider different scenarios based on the types of integers we are adding. For example, if we are asked to add two positive integers to achieve a certain sum, we might use numbers like 3 and 2, which when added result in 3+2=5. Conversely, if we want a sum of two negative numbers, we could use -4 and -2 to get -4 + (-2) = -6. If we need to add two integers of opposite signs, then we might add -5 and 3 to get -5 + 3 = -2. If we need to subtract a positive number from another positive number, we would first change the sign of the number being subtracted and then perform the addition, for instance subtracting 3 from 5 would give us 5 + (-3) = 2.

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