Calculate the Sum: (-0.73) + (-13.07) Decimal Addition

Question

(0.73)+(13.07)= (-0.73)+(-13.07)=

Video Solution

Step-by-Step Solution

Let's remember the rule:

+(x)=x +(-x)=-x

Now let's write the exercise in the appropriate form:

0.7313.07= -0.73-13.07=

Since we are subtracting a larger number from a smaller number, the result will be negative.

We'll combine the two numbers together vertically, but remember that the result will be negative:

0.73+13.0713.80 0.73\\+13.07\\13.80

Therefore, the answer is:

0.7313.07=13.8 -0.73-13.07=-13.8

Answer

13.8 -13.8