Question

Which of the following is a correct interpretation of the expression 5−8

Answer 1

The answer is: A - Start at 5 on the number line and move 8 to the left.

Explanation:

5 - 8 = -3

Therefore the final answer should be placed at negative three on the number line.

When you move to the left eight times away from the number five, the answer would be negative three.

Answer 2

Answer:

start at 5 on the number line and move 8 to the left.

Step-by-step explanation: