Question

Question 2 (b)

Use number line and add the following integers:

5 + (–11)

Answer 1

As per the question we have to find 5 + (-11).

Now, 5 + (-11) = 5 - 11

To find 5 - 11 we will follow the given steps:

(i) make a number line

(ii) start from 5 on the number line

(iii) move 11 units to the left of 5 on the number line.

Hence, 5 - 11 = -6.