Question

Choose 1 answer.

Which expression is equivalent to -0.2 - 4.9?

A. -4.9 + 0.2
B. -0.2 + (-4.9)
C. 0.2 - (-4.9)
D. -0.2 + 4.9

Answer 1

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Answer:

B. -0.2 + (-4.9)

Explanation:

Subtracting a number is the same as adding its opposite. Subtracting 4.9 is the same as adding -4.9.

The appropriate choice is ...

-0.2 + (-4.9)