Is –312 − –852 positive or negative?

Answer 1

To solve \(-312 - (-852)\), we first simplify the expression. When you subtract a negative number, it's the same as adding its positive value:

\[ -312 - (-852) = -312 + 852 \]

Now, perform the addition:

\[ 852 - 312 = 540 \]

Since 540 is a positive number, the result of \(-312 - (-852)\) is positive.