Question

It says simplify each expression

Answer 1

a. -42 + (-17)

Note that one negative and one positive = negative

-42 + (-17) = -42 - 17 = -59

b. (-42)/(-7)

Note that when dividing or multiplying two negatives, the answer will be positive

(-42)/(-7) = 6

c. (-5)² = (-5)(-5) = 25

25 is your answer

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