Question

Which expression is equivalent to 10 - 810 - 8? Choose 1 answer:

Answer 1

Corrected Question

Which expression is equivalent to 10-8?

• A. 10+(-8)
• B. 8-10
• C. 10-(-8)
• D. -8-10

Answer:

A. 10+(-8)

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the expression 10-8

10-8=2

To evaluate the options in order to pick an equivalent expression, take note of the following.

• The product of two same sign is positive.
• The product of two different sign is negative.

Option A: 10+(-8) =10-8=2

Option B: 8-10=-2

Option C: 10-(-8) =10+8=18

Option D: -8-10 =-18

Therefore, Option A is the equivalent expression.