How many whole numbers are there between -5 and 278

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asked Oct 15, 2021 141k views

2 Answers

Junier · Answer 1 · 2021-10-18T08:12:54+0000

Answer:

282

Explanation:

Strictly speaking, between -5 and 278 means start at -4 and go to 277.

-4, -3, -2, -1, 0 ----> This accounts for 5 integers.

1, 2, 3, ..., 276, 277 ----> This accounts for 277 integers.

5 + 277 = 282

Woko · Answer 2 · 2021-10-21T08:24:08+0000

Answer:

283

Explanation:

Add the -5 to the 278 to get it, think the five is not negative but instead positive so you can add it.