Question

Q3: Determine the difference 34.7 – (–8.6). Determine la diferencia para 34.7 - (–8.6).

Answer 1

Determine the difference of 34.7 - (-8.6).

Since there are two negative signs, it cancels out, and becomes an adding sign or a positive.

Thus, it is now, 34.7 + 8.6

Solve:

34.7 + 8.6 = 43.3

Therefore, the difference of 34.7 - (-8.6) is 43.3