2020 AMC 10B Problems/Problem 1
Problem
What is the value of
![\[1-(-2)-3-(-4)-5-(-6)?\]](http://latex.artofproblemsolving.com/9/4/c/94cdfebdc087637cc5450da458e0db822c81da88.png)
Solution
We know that when we subtract negative numbers, 
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The equation becomes 
~quacker88
Solution
We know that when we subtract negative numbers, a-(-b), this will equal a+b, because a negative of a negative is a positive. Because we know this, we can rewrite the expression as 1+2-3+4-5+6. Now, we can simplify this expression. You will get 5. So, you will choose D. - BrightPorcupine
Video Solution
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See Also
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