Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

Published by Big Ideas Learning LLC
ISBN 10: 978-1-60840-838-2
ISBN 13: 978-1-60840-838-2

Chapter 1 - Solving Linear Equations - Maintaining Mathematical Proficiency - Page 1: 1

Answer

$-7$

Work Step by Step

The addends are both negative so add $5$ and $2$ and retain the negative sign to obtain: $(-5)+(-2)=-(5+2)=-7$
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