Simplify -105 + 32 + 12

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Understand the Problem

The question asks us to simplify an expression that involves adding and subtracting integers. We need to combine the numbers to find the final result.

Answer

-61
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-61

Steps to Solve

  1. Add the positive numbers

Add the two positive numbers together: $32 + 12 = 44$.

  1. Combine the negative and positive numbers

Now we have $-105 + 44$. Since $-105$ is larger in magnitude than $44$, the result will be negative. Subtract the smaller magnitude from the larger: $105 - 44 = 61$. Therefore, $-105 + 44 = -61$.

-61

More Information

The problem involves integer arithmetic.

Tips

A common mistake is to add all numbers together without considering the negative sign in front of 105. Another common mistake is to incorrectly perform the subtraction $105 - 44$.

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