Question

Which of the following expressions is equivalent to 6 - (-5)?

-6+5
6 +5
-6 + 1-5)
6-5

Answer 1

6 + 5 = 6 - (-5)

If you subtract a negative number from something, the two negatives cancel out.

Answer 2

`6+5`

Explanation:

`6-(-5)`

** Two of the same signs(-- or ++) result in a positive sign.

`6-(-5)=6+5`