How do you find the difference #7-(-4)#?

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Answer 1 · 2018-03-14T13:56:22

Remember: minus a minus is a plus:

#7 - (-4) => 7 + 4 = 11#

Answer 2 · 2018-03-14T20:38:44

#11#

Think of this rule:

#"The enemy of your enemy is your friend"#

That negative person is your enemy.

In #7-(-4)#, the enemy or enemy becomes your friend.

#7+4=11# That is our answer!