If I were to compare -(-9)and -[-9] would it be less than, more than or equal to? I say it is equal to.

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If I were to compare -(-9)and -[-9] would it be less than, more than or equal to?  I say it is equal to.

Would I be right?

Thank You for your help.

Reiny · Answer

unless your ( bracket has a different meaning from the [ bracket, they are the same, both equal +9 or plain ol' 9

Kyle · Answer

Thank You Reiny, much appreciated. Could you tell Ms. Sue thanks for the heads up on the website math is fun, I have been learnign quite alot form it. Thank You again. Kyle

Ms. Sue · Answer

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