Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 1 - Section 1.6 - Subtraction of Real Numbers - Exercise Set - Page 72: 98

Answer

Shrink by 3 years

Work Step by Step

Flossing adds 2 years to your life span and eating red meat meat takes away 5 years. Add these together to find the solution. $2+(-5)=2-5=-3$
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