Question

The temperature was –15⁰F and decreased by 10⁰ F. Which statement represents the resulting temperature in degrees Fahrenheit?

–15 – (–10) = – 5

–15 – 10 = – 25

15 – (–10) = 25

15 – 10 = 5

Answer 1

The temperature decreased so you would subtract the amount from the original temperature.

The answer would be:

-15 - 10 = -25