Question

2 find the difference, $-21.52 - (-8.86)$

Explanation:

Step1: Rewrite subtraction of negative

$-21.52 - (-8.86) = -21.52 + 8.86$

Step2: Calculate the sum

$-21.52 + 8.86 = -(21.52 - 8.86)$

Step3: Compute the final value

$21.52 - 8.86 = 12.66$, so $-(21.52 - 8.86) = -12.66$

Answer:

$-12.66$