SOLUTION: I don't understand this problem: -1/8 + y = -3/4

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Question 360897: I don't understand this problem:
-1/8 + y = -3/4
Found 2 solutions by IWork4Dessert, ewatrrr:
Answer by IWork4Dessert(60)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Just solve:
-1/8 + y = -3/4
+1/8 +1/8
-3/4 + 1/8 = 6/8 - 1/8 = -5/8
y = -5/8
If you didn't get that step above, if you're adding to a negative you're basically decreasing the numerical value. I know that sounds weird, but think of it this way: Whereas with positive numbers 3+5=8, with negative numbers -3+5=2. It's like a ladder that's halfway underwater; even if there are more rungs under the water than above it, all the numbers under the water are less valuable.
Hope this helps!
~IW4D
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!


Hi, 

-1/8 + y = -3/4 

y = -3/4 + 1/8

y = -6/8 + 1/8

y = -5/8 

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