Question

Is the equation true, false or open? (22 + 12) ÷ –2 = –20 + 3

Answer 1

True

Explanation:

(22 + 12) ÷ –2 = –20 + 3

Let's first calculate (22+12) ÷ -2 then -20 + 3

1) 22+12 = 34

34 ÷ -2 = -17

2) -20+3= -17

3) Since -17 = -17, we know that the equation is true

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