Short Answer

According to the same-sign addition rule, what is the sum of 1-1 and 4-4?

Question: According to the same-sign addition rule, what is the sum of 1-1 and 4-4?

Sample answer: 5-5

Key points:

  • Add the absolute values of the numbers.
  • Attach the common sign to the result.

Feedback: Because both numbers are negative, add their absolute values (1+4=51 + 4 = 5) and attach the common negative sign to get 5-5.

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