Question

Solve for the variable.

a-(-98)=-2 a=?

Answer 1

We have
\[\large a-(-98)=-2\]
The - before the bracket will change the sign of the term inside. We already have a -98 there so it'll become 98
\[\large a+98=-2\]
Now subtract both sides by 98
\[\large a+98-98=-2-98\]
\[\large a+\cancel {98}-\cancel {98}=-2-98\]
We have now
\[\large a+0=-100\]
or
\[\huge a=-100\]

Answer 2

Thanks:)

Answer 3

You're welcome:D