Subtract 24−(−15)

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To subtract \(24 - (-15)\), you can think of subtracting a negative number as adding its positive counterpart. Thus, the expression can be rewritten as:

\[ 24 + 15 \]

Now, perform the addition:

\[ 24 + 15 = 39 \]

So, \(24 - (-15) = 39\).