What is −189.987−30.87?(1 point)
Responses
220.857
220.857
−159.117
negative 159.117
159.117
159.117
−220.857
The answer is -220.857.
To find the difference between -189.987 and -30.87, you subtract the smaller number from the larger number.
So, (-189.987) - (-30.87) = -189.987 + 30.87.
Adding these two numbers, you get -159.117.
Therefore, the difference between -189.987 and -30.87 is -159.117.