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Which of the followings is a correct interpretation of the expression-7-(-11)

Which of the followings is a correct interpretation of the expression-7-(-11)-example-1
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Answer:

Option B, Start at -7 on the number line and move 11 to the right

Explanation:

Step 1: Interpret -7 - (-11)

-7 - (-11)

-7 + 11

Start at -7, then add or move 11 to the right and your final destination is 4.

Answer: Option B, Start at -7 on the number line and move 11 to the right

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