Question

NEED HELP ASAP (Math Help)

Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the expression
−6−(−5)
Choose 1 answer:

(Choice A)
The number that is
6 to the left of −5 on the number line

(Choice B)
The number that is
6 to the right of −5 on the number line

(Choice C)
The number that is
5 to the left of −6 on the number line

(Choice D)
The number that is
5 to the right of −6 on the number line

Answer 1

Choice 6 to the right of -5on the number line

Answer 2

(Choice D) The number that is 5 to the right of −6 on the number line

Explanation:

The first term (-6) is usually taken to be where you start. This means the reference point is -6, eliminating choices A and B.

The subtraction of -5 is the same as the addition of +5. It means you're moving 5 ticks to the right of -6 on the number line. This is described by choice D.