Problem 22
Question
Find each sum without the use of a number line. $$-7+3$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The sum of -7 and 3 is -4.
1Step 1: Identify the Numbers
The numbers given are -7 and +3.
2Step 2: Adding Positive and Negative Numbers
When adding a positive number to a negative number, the result gets closer to zero. The magnitude takes precedence, so -7 being larger in magnitude than +3 would push the sum into the negative range.
3Step 3: Perform the Addition
So perform the operation -7 + 3. Subtracting 3 from 7 gives us \( -4 \). Thus, \( -7 + 3 = -4 \).
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