Question

The number of protons plus the number of neutrons equals the _____.

Answer 1

It equals the atomic mass. 

Answer 2

Answer: The number of protons plus the number of neutrons equals the atomic mass.

Explanation:

Atomic mass is defined as total number of protons and neutrons in the atom.

It is an average mass of an atom.

It is expressed in atomic mass unit that is a.m.u.

It is denoted with symbol 'A'.

 $A =\text{number of protons + number of neutrons}$.