Subtracting Integers Quiz: Trivia Test!

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Dive into the Subtracting Integers Quiz: Trivia Test! This quiz assesses your ability to perform integer subtractions, enhancing critical thinking and arithmetic skills. It's ideal for learners seeking to improve or test their mathematical prowess in handling negative and positive integers.

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4 - 15 =

Explanation
When you subtract a larger number from a smaller one, the result is negative. For example, in the equation 4 - 15, since 15 is greater than 4, subtracting 15 from 4 gives you -11. This is because you're taking away more than you have, resulting in a negative value. So, 4 - 15 = -11.

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3.

13 - 24 =

Explanation
The given equation 13 - 24 = -11 is solved by subtracting 24 from 13. When we subtract 24 from 13, we get -11. Therefore, the answer to the equation is -11.

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4.

25 - (-23) =

Explanation
To solve 25 - (-23), you need to understand that subtracting a negative number is the same as adding a positive number. So, 25 - (-23) becomes 25 + 23. When you add 25 and 23, you get 48. Therefore, 25 - (-23) = 48. This is because subtracting a negative is like removing a negative, which results in a positive addition.

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5.

(-4) - (-1) =

Explanation
The given expression (-4) - (-1) can be simplified by subtracting the negative value inside the parentheses. A double negative becomes a positive, so (-4) - (-1) is equivalent to -4 + 1. When we add -4 and 1, we get -3 as the result.

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6.

19 - (-9) =

Explanation
The given question is a subtraction problem where we subtract a negative number from a positive number. When we subtract a negative number, it is the same as adding its positive value. Therefore, subtracting -9 is equivalent to adding 9. So, 19 - (-9) can be rewritten as 19 + 9, which equals 28.

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7.

(-2) -1 =

Explanation
The given expression is (-2) - 1. To solve this, we first simplify the expression inside the parentheses, which is -2. Then, we subtract 1 from -2. This results in -3. Therefore, the answer is -3.

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8.

(-5) - 12 =

Explanation
The given expression is (-5) - 12. To simplify this expression, we subtract 12 from -5. When we subtract a positive number from a negative number, the result becomes more negative. So, -5 minus 12 is equal to -17.

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9.

-19 - 12 =

Explanation
When you subtract 12 from -19, you are essentially moving 12 units in the negative direction from -19 on the number line. This takes you to a position that is 31 units less than -19. Since you are moving in the negative direction, the result is negative, and the answer is -31.

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10.

(-18) - (-24) =

Explanation
The given expression (-18) - (-24) can be simplified by removing the double negative sign. When subtracting a negative number, it is equivalent to adding the positive of that number. Therefore, (-18) - (-24) becomes (-18) + 24, which equals 6.

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