Question

Which symbol correctly completes the statement?

4 + (-8) ___ 6 + (-8) + (-6)

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Answer 1

Let's calculate both sides of the inequality step by step.

First, compute the left side:

\(4 + (-8) = 4 - 8 = -4\)

Now, let's calculate the right side:

\(6 + (-8) + (-6) = 6 - 8 - 6 = -2 - 6 = -8\)

Now we have:

Left side: \(-4\)
Right side: \(-8\)

So we compare \(-4\) and \(-8\). The relationship is:

\(-4 > -8\)

Thus, the correct symbol to complete the statement is:

\(\boxed{>}\)