-20 + -81 = -101
Negative plus negative equals
A negative plus negative sign is equal to a negative sign
For example, negative 20 plus negative 81 is equal to negative 101
Addition rules for positive and negative numbers
1. Two same signs – (Add the numbers)
20 + 81 = 101
-20 + -81 = -101
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2. Two different signs – (Subtract the numbers)
For example:
20 + -81 = -61
-20 + 81 = 61
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It is important to be consistent with the signs when adding or subtracting integers.
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| A number with no negative sign at the front is always a positive number |
Negative plus Negative Calculator
Use the calculator below to add two negative numbers