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Question5+(3)-5+(-3)

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STEP 1

1. We are performing addition with two negative integers.
2. The operation is straightforward addition of negative numbers.

STEP 2

1. Understand the operation.
2. Perform the addition.

STEP 3

Recognize that adding two negative numbers involves combining their absolute values and keeping the negative sign.

STEP 4

Add the absolute values of the numbers: 5+3=5+3 |-5| + |-3| = 5 + 3 .

STEP 5

Calculate the sum of the absolute values: 5+3=8 5 + 3 = 8 .

STEP 6

Apply the negative sign to the result: 8-8.
The result of the operation 5+(3)-5 + (-3) is:
8\boxed{-8}

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