Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011
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5. Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers
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Exercise 14 Page 34

From the starting point of - 6 on a number line, move 9 units in the positive direction.

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We can use a number line to determine the sum - 6+9. Starting at - 6 on a number line, we will move 9 units to the right. This is nine units in the positive direction.

Thus, - 6+9=3.