How do you find the sum #-4+(-1)#?

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BRIAN M.
Jan 8, 2017

#-5#

Explanation:

#-4 + (-1)#

When adding integers the rule is, "If the signs are the same keep the sign and add."

#-4 + (-1) = -5#

or

Using the signs, a positive and a negative make a negative

#-4 + (-1) = -4-1= -5#

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