Question

Simplify. 9 – (–6) – 12

Answer 1

9+6=15 and 15-12=3 so this =3 the -(-6) becomes positive

Answer 2

Remember to follow the Left -> Right rule.

First, solve 9 - (-6). Remember that two negatives = one positive:

9 - (-6) = 9 + 6 = 15

Now solve:

15 - 12 = 3

3 is your answer

~Rise Above the Ordinary, Senpai