Solve (-8)-(-13): Subtracting Negative Integer Practice

Question

(8)(13)= (-8)-(-13)=

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Step-by-Step Solution

Let's remember the rule:

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

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

8+13= -8+13=

We'll use the substitution law and solve:

138=5 13-8=5

Answer

5 5