We start by simplifying the denominator $7+9=16$. We then get \[
\dfrac{-112}{7+9} = \dfrac{-112}{16}.
\] To divide by 16, we multiply by $\frac{1}{16}$. This gives \[
\dfrac{-112}{16} = -112 \cdot \dfrac{1}{16} = \boxed{-\dfrac{7}{2}}.
\]
Evaluate the following expression.
\[\dfrac{-112}{7 + 9}\]
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are yu sure
I apologize for any confusion. You are right, my previous response contains an error. The correct evaluation of the expression is as follows:
\[\dfrac{-112}{7+9} = \dfrac{-112}{16} = \boxed{-7}.\]
Thank you for catching that mistake.
\[\dfrac{-112}{7+9} = \dfrac{-112}{16} = \boxed{-7}.\]
Thank you for catching that mistake.
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