Which best describes and corrects the error in finding the difference?

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asked Jan 3, 2021 90.6k views

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NeatNerd · Answer 1 · 2021-01-08T02:39:14+0000

Answer: The opposite of -12 should be added.

7 - (-12) = 7 + 12 = 19

Explanation:

The 2 minus signs cancel out and make the 12 positive so 7 - (-12) = 19.