Problem 45
Question
Perform the indicated subtraction. $$-2.06-(-2.06)$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The result of the operation is \( 0 \)
1Step 1: Understand the principles
Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding a positive. So, \( -2.06 - (-2.06) \) is the same as \( -2.06 + 2.06 \)
2Step 2: Perform the operation
When you add \( -2.06 \) and \( 2.06 \), you get \( 0 \)
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