Question

(-8) + 16 =

Explanation:

Step1: Recall addition of integers

To add a negative number and a positive number, we can rewrite it as subtraction of the absolute values: \( (-8) + 16 = 16 - 8 \)

Step2: Perform the subtraction

\( 16 - 8 = 8 \)

Answer:

\( 8 \)