Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011
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5. Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers
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Exercise 17 Page 34

From the starting point of -9 on a number line, move 3 units in the negative direction.

-12

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We can use a number line to determine the sum -9 +(-3). Starting at -9 on a number line, we will move 3 units to the left. This is three units in the negative direction.

Thus, -9 + (-3)=-12.