Use the additive inverse to find 8.76−26.54

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Answer 1

To find \(8.76 - 26.54\) using the additive inverse, you can rewrite the subtraction as an addition problem by using the additive inverse of \(26.54\).

1. Find the additive inverse of \(26.54\), which is \(-26.54\).

2. Rewrite the expression: \[ 8.76 - 26.54 = 8.76 + (-26.54) \]

3. Now, add the two numbers: \[ 8.76 + (-26.54) = 8.76 - 26.54 \]

4. Now, compute the sum:

   • Start with \(8.76\).
   • Subtract \(26.54\): \[ 8.76 - 26.54 = 8.76 + (-26.54) = -17.78 \]

So, the result of \(8.76 - 26.54\) is \(-17.78\).