Question

What is the sum of 25 and the opposite of 8?

Answer 1

17

Explanation

The opposite of 8 is -8.

So, you're equation would look like this:

25-8=17

or

25 + (-8)= 17

Hope this helps :)

Answer 2

17

Explanation:

The opposite of 8 = -8

So

The sum of 25 and the opposite of 8

= 25 + (-8)

= 25 - 8

= 17