Question

-14 + -5 =
+ -19...

Explanation:

Step1: Recall rule for adding negative numbers

When adding two negative numbers, we add their absolute values and keep the negative sign. So for \(-14 + (-5)\), we first find the absolute values of \(-14\) and \(-5\), which are \(14\) and \(5\) respectively.

Step2: Add the absolute values

Add the absolute values: \(14 + 5 = 19\).

Step3: Apply the negative sign

Since both numbers are negative, the result will be negative. So \(-14 + (-5)=-(14 + 5)= -19\).

Answer:

\(-19\)