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What is the value of −12−(−6)

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-18
-18

-6
-6

6
6

18

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To find the value of \(-12 - (-6)\), we can simplify it step by step:

  1. The expression \(-12 - (-6)\) can be rewritten as \(-12 + 6\) because subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.
  2. Now, perform the addition: \(-12 + 6 = -6\).

So, the value of \(-12 - (-6)\) is \(-6\).

The correct response is \(-6\).