Question

Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the expression 2−(−5)?

a) The number that is 5 to the left of 2 on the number line
b) The number that is 5 to the right of 2 on the number line
c) The number that is 2 to the left of -5 on the number line
d) The number that is 2 to the right of -5 on the number line

Answer 1

The correct interpretation of the expression 2−(-5) is the number that is 5 to the right of 2 on the number line.

Step-by-step explanation:

The expression 2−(-5) can be interpreted as the number that is 5 to the right of 2 on the number line. Since the negative sign before the 5 is being subtracted, it changes the sign to positive. Therefore, the correct interpretation is Option b) The number that is 5 to the right of 2 on the number line.