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Explanation:

Step1: Recall addition of negative numbers

When adding two negative numbers, we add their absolute values and keep the negative sign. So, for \(-36 + (-17)\), we first find the absolute values of \(-36\) and \(-17\), which are \(36\) and \(17\) respectively.

Step2: Add the absolute values

Add \(36\) and \(17\): \(36 + 17 = 53\).

Step3: Apply the negative sign

Since both numbers are negative, the result is negative. So, \(-36 + (-17)=-(36 + 17)= - 53\).

Answer:

\(-53\)