Solve Addition Problem: (+8) + (+12) with Positive Numbers

Question

Solve the following expression:

(+8)+(+12)= ? (+8)+(+12)=\text{ ?}

Video Solution

Step-by-Step Solution

Let's add 8 to the number line and move 12 steps to the right.

Note that our result is a positive number:

.888000+12

Then simple solve the exercise:

8+12=20 8+12=20

Answer

20 20