ArithmeticQuestion 370 of 550

What is the value of −5 + 12 − (−3)?

  1. 4
  2. 10
  3. 14
  4. -4
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Correct answer: 10

Subtracting a negative number means adding: −5 + 12 + 3 = 10.

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