Question

Simplify this equation 5.9 - 10 + 2.84

Answer 1

Explanation:

5.9 - 10 +2.84 = -1.26

so first, 5.9 - 10 = -4.1

then -4.1 + 2.84 = -1.26

so -1.26 is your answer.

Answer 2

8.74 - 10

Explanation:

combine like terms
positive 5.9 combined with positive 2.84 equals 8.74

so the answer is 8.74 - 10