Math Problem Statement

-2.-6+4

Solution

Let's break it down step-by-step:

26+4-2 - 6 + 4

  1. Start with the first two numbers:
    26=8-2 - 6 = -8

  2. Now add 4:
    8+4=4-8 + 4 = -4

So, the final answer is:

4\boxed{-4}

Would you like a deeper explanation or have any questions? Here are five related questions you might explore:

  1. How do we add and subtract negative numbers?
  2. What are the rules for adding numbers with different signs?
  3. How does subtraction differ from negative addition?
  4. What happens when we subtract a negative number?
  5. How can we visualize addition and subtraction on a number line?

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

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic
Negative Numbers
Addition and Subtraction

Formulas

n - m = n + (-m)
Addition of numbers with different signs

Theorems

Properties of real numbers
Commutative and associative properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6