Question

what is the difference between -8 and 4?

-2
4
-4
-12

question 6 (2.5 points)

Explanation:

Formulate the subtraction expression

$$ 4 - (-8) $$

Simplify the subtraction

$$ 4 + 8 = 12 $$

Determine the absolute difference

$$ |4 - (-8)| = 12 $$

Answer:

• -2
• 4
• -4
• -12 (Correct answer)