Question

(-2)+[14+(-5)] = [-2+14]+?
​

Answer 1

Answer:

?=(-3)

Step-by-step explanation:

• (-2) + [14+(-5)]=[-2+14]+?
• (-2)+[14-5]=[12]+?
• (-2)+11=12+?
• 9=12+?
• ?=12-9
• ?=3

Answer 2

Answer:

(-2)+[14+(-5)] = [(-2)+14]+(-5)    {ASSOCIATIVE PROPERTY OF ADDITION}