How can the difference 13 - (-24) be rewritten as a sum with the correct solution? Explain?

A: (-13) + (-24) = - 37

B: 13 + (-24) = - 11

C: (-13) + 24 = 11

D: 13 + 24 = 37

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Danica Wilkins

9 May, 04:09

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Bentley · Answer 1

D. 13 + 24 = 37

Remember the rule:

Subtracting a negative is the same as adding a positive.

Ricky · Answer 2

D 13+24=37 because minus - 24 can be written as plus 24

How can the difference 13 - (-24) be rewritten as a sum with the correct solution? Explain?A: (-13) + (-24) = - 37B: 13 + (-24) = - 11C: (-13) + 24 = 11D: 13 + 24 = 37