Question

Which expression is equivalent to (-8) - (-2)

Answer 1

Answer:

-6

Step-by-step explanation:

-8  - (-2)

A negative negative is a positive

-8+2

-6

Answer 2

Answer:

-6

Step-by-step explanation:

(-8) - (-2)

(-8) + 2 >>because - ( - ) = +

2 - 8

= -6

Hope this helps!

Remember:

- (-) = +

- (+) = -

+ (+) = +