Question

What is the difference between-5and2

Answer 1

7

Explanation:

Difference is - sign so the equation is: 2- -5 which is 7. Or

think a number line, -5 is 5 spots to 0, then two more spots to 2 so 5+2=7

Answer 2

7

Explanation:

Consider the absolute value of the difference , that is

| - 5 - 2 | = | - 7 | = 7

or

| 2 - (- 5) | = | 2 + 5 | = | 7 | = 7