Question

When subtracting with negative numbers, change the problem to an ____problem and ____

Answer 1

This is always the case when subtracting a negative number. So, when subtracting two negative numbers, the first step is always to change the subtraction to an addition and re-write the problem. Then, you have an addition problem between a positive number and a negative number.

Answer 2

Answer: addition problem and add the negatives

Explanation:

2 negatives cancel out and switch to a positive +