Problem 112
Question
How is \(4-(-2)\) read?
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The mathematical expression \(4-(-2)\) is read as 'four add two'.
1Step 1: Understanding Negative Signs
The negative sign in front of the 2 represents a negative quantity. This is often referred to as 'minus' when reading mathematically. But 'minus negative' is better understood as 'addition'.
2Step 2: Reading the Mathematical Expression
Given that understanding, \(4-(-2)\) should be read as 'four add two'.
Other exercises in this chapter
Problem 111
Write a numerical expression for each phrase. Then simplify the numerical expression by performing the given operations. The product of \(-9\) and \(-3,\) decre
View solution Problem 111
Translate from English to an algebraic expression or equation, whichever is appropriate. Let the variable \(x\) represent the number. The product of \(\frac{2}{
View solution Problem 112
The algebraic expression \(\frac{6 x+6}{x+1}\) cannot have the same value when two different replacements are made for \(x\) such as \(x=-3\) and \(x=2\) The va
View solution Problem 112
Determine whether each statement is true or false. If the statement is false, make the necessary change(s) to produce a true statement. Every rational number is
View solution