How is 15 minus 25 equal to -10?

Given: 15 - 25 = -10

To find: We have to prove that 15 - 25 = -10

Solution: 

Lets understand subtraction of integers by taking a example and with the help of number line:

Example: Subtract 5 from 3. 

Solution: On the number line start from 3. Then move 5 positions to the left. So, 

3 – 5 = –2

Now, we can see that if we subtract a number we move to left side of the number line.

If someone is asking you to minus 25 from 15 then:

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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