Math Problem Statement

Add -48 + (-46) and 38 + (-37).

Solution

The image presents two addition problems with integers. Let me solve them for you:

  1. The first expression is: 48+(46)-48 + (-46) When adding two negative numbers, we add their absolute values and keep the negative sign: 48+46=9448 + 46 = 94 So, the result is: 48+(46)=94-48 + (-46) = -94

  2. The second expression is: 38+(37)38 + (-37) When adding a positive number and a negative number, we subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger one, keeping the sign of the larger absolute value: 3837=138 - 37 = 1 So, the result is: 38+(37)=138 + (-37) = 1

Final Answers:

  1. 48+(46)=94-48 + (-46) = -94
  2. 38+(37)=138 + (-37) = 1

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Here are five related questions:

  1. What is the rule for adding two negative numbers?
  2. How do you add a positive number and a negative number?
  3. What happens if both numbers have the same absolute value but opposite signs?
  4. How can you visualize adding negative numbers on a number line?
  5. What is the result of adding zero to any integer?

Tip: When adding numbers with different signs, subtract their absolute values and keep the sign of the number with the larger absolute value.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Addition of Integers
Negative Numbers
Absolute Values

Formulas

a + (-b) = a - b
(-a) + (-b) = -(a + b)

Theorems

Addition of Negative Numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7