Problem 58
Question
Simplify each series of additions and subtractions. $$-6-(-3)+8-11$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
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1Step 1: Interpret Negative of a Negative
For the term -(-3), it can be rewritten as +3 because minus of a negative number becomes a positive number.
2Step 2: Rewrite the Expression
Now replace -(-3) by +3 in the expression. The expression becomes -6+3+8-11.
3Step 3: Perform the Addition and Subtraction
Perform the addition and subtraction operations in order. First, -6+3 results in -3. Then, -3+8 gives 5 and finally, by subtracting 11 from 5, we get -6.
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