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If -8 - 1= -9, does -8 - 1 - 2 = -9 - 3? Why or why not

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-8 - 1 - 2 = -9 - 3 is not an equal expression because when both sides are simplified you get -12 from -9-3 and -11 from -8-1-2. (-11)≠(-12)

Explanation:

If you are confused with subtracting negatives from negatives there is an equal trick which can make it seem a lot more easier. Basically instead of viewing it as -9-3, you can look at it was -9+(-3). Both of these problems are the same thing, but by just adding the + in the middle makes it seem a lot more easier to interpret. Hope this helps.

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