Question

problem 8
add.
-9.2 + 4.4

Explanation:

Step1: Identify operation type

Addition of two numbers with opposite signs.

Step2: Subtract absolute values

Calculate $| -9.2 | - | 4.4 | = 9.2 - 4.4 = 4.8$.

Step3: Assign sign of larger absolute value

The number with larger absolute value is -9.2 (negative), so result is negative.

Answer:

-4.8