Question

Find the sum of $5,-16,$ and $-13$

Name: Problem 50, Chapter 3: Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra
Uploaded: 2020-06-21T02:08:01-08:00
Duration: 1 min 8 s
Channel: Suman Saurav Thakur
Description: Find the sum of 5,-16, and -13

   Find the sum of $5,-16,$ and $-13$

Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra

Richard N. Aufmann,… 3rd Edition

Chapter 3, Problem 50

Instant Answer

Solved by Expert Suman Saurav Thakur

06/21/2020

Step 1

This can be done by subtracting $16$ from $5$, which gives us $-11$. Show more…

Show all steps

Thanks for your feedback!

Find the sum of $5,-16,$ and $-13$

Play audio

Feedback

Suman Saurav Thakur and 90 other subject Algebra educators are ready to help you.

Ask a new question

Labs

Want to see this concept in action?

NEW

Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.

View Labs

Key Concepts

Integer Addition

Integer addition is a fundamental arithmetic operation that involves combining whole numbers, including both positive and negative values, to obtain a sum. This process is essential in mathematics as it forms the basis for more complex operations and problem solving.

Negative Numbers

Negative numbers represent values that are less than zero and are used to denote deficits, losses, or directions opposite to a defined positive direction. Handling negative numbers correctly is crucial in arithmetic since they affect the outcome of addition and subtraction operations by decreasing the total value when added.

Commutative Property

The commutative property of addition states that changing the order of the numbers being added does not affect the final sum. This principle is important in simplifying arithmetic calculations and ensuring flexibility in the approach to problems involving integer addition.

Please give Ace some feedback