Let's solve each problem step by step.
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For the expression \( 12 + (-7) \): \[ 12 - 7 = 5 \] So, the answer is 5.
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For the expression \( -3 - (-8) \): \[ -3 + 8 = 5 \] So, the answer is 5.
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For the expression \( 4 + (-7) \): \[ 4 - 7 = -3 \] So, the answer is -3.
To summarize the answers:
- \( 12 + (-7) = 5 \)
- \( -3 - (-8) = 5 \)
- \( 4 + (-7) = -3 \)