Question

Select the correct answer.

Which expression is equivalent to 184—(-22)-(-405),
O A. 183–22% – 40
O B. 18$+(222)+(-403)
OC. –185–22+407
OD. 183+226 +40

Answer 1

To solve the expression 184—(-22)-(-405), simplify the expression within the parentheses first. Then substitute the simplified values back into the original expression and perform the necessary subtractions.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve the expression 184—(-22)-(-405), we need to apply the rules of subtraction and addition of negative numbers.

1. First, let's simplify the expression inside the parentheses: -(-22) = 22.
2. Next, let's simplify the expression within the second set of parentheses: -(-405) = 405.
3. Now, we can substitute these simplified values back into the original expression: 184 – 22 – 405.
4. Finally, subtract 22 from 184: 184 – 22 = 162. Then, subtract 405 from 162: 162 – 405 = -243.

The equivalent expression is -243. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) -185 – 22 + 407.