14.44-9.95
The result of 14.44 - 9.95 is 4.49.
To subtract 9.95 from 14.44, follow these steps:
Step 1: Line up the decimal points in both numbers:
14.44
- 9.95
____________
Step 2: Subtract the numbers digit by digit, starting from the right:
Subtracting the hundredths place (4 - 5): Since 4 is less than 5, we'll need to borrow from the tenths place.
Subtracting the tenths place (4 - 9 - 1, the borrow): 4 minus 9 is -5 (carry the negative sign), and then subtract 1 borrow to get -6.
Subtracting the units place (1 - 9): 1 minus 9 equals -8.
Step 3: Write down the result with the decimal point:
The result is -8.49.
Therefore, 14.44 minus 9.95 equals -8.49.