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OpenStudy (anonymous):

simplify the expression.... -8-(-12)

Mehek (mehek14):

-8 - (-12) = -8 + 12

OpenStudy (anonymous):

can u explain plzz

Mehek (mehek14):

sure when you subtract a negative number, it becomes positive - (-12) = +12

Mehek (mehek14):

so now all you have to do it -8 + 12

OpenStudy (anonymous):

oh .. wow I'm smart... lol thxx

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