To evaluate the expression \(-4 - (-28) + 2\), follow the order of operations:
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First, handle the subtraction of a negative: \[ -4 - (-28) = -4 + 28 \]
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Now, calculate \(-4 + 28\): \[ -4 + 28 = 24 \]
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Next, add 2 to the result: \[ 24 + 2 = 26 \]
Thus, the value of the expression \(-4 - (-28) + 2\) is \(\boxed{26}\).