Question

Use number properties to simplify the following expression.

-5 + (5 + 3)


In the box below, show each step in simplifying the expression and explain which property you used in each step.


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Answer 1

Answer: 3

I used PEMDAS in this explanation: Parenthesis, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction. Also known as the order of operations

Explanation:

-5 + (5+3) :

First, add 5+3 =8

-5+8

When adding a negative to a positive, first, switch the -5 and 8 around like so.

8 + (-5)

then turn the -5 into it's opposite and subtract ---> 5

8-5=3

Unworded explanation:

-5 + (5+3) :

-5 + 8

8 + (-5)

8-5 = 3