Hi there! The answer is 1.
[tex]6 + 2 - ( - 1) + ( - 8) = [/tex]
Keep in mind that the sum of a plus and a minus ends up in a minus. So
+ - = -
Keep in mind that the sum of a minus and a minus ends up in a plus.
- - = +
[tex]6 + 2 + 1 - 8 = [/tex]
Now add from left to right.
[tex]8 + 1 - 8 = [/tex]
Add once more
[tex]9 - 8 = [/tex]
Subtract
[tex]1[/tex]
Hence, the answer is 1.
~ Hope this helps you!
