Solve 70-(32-(-4)): Order of Operations with Negative Numbers

Question

$70-(32-(-4))=$

00:05 Let's begin by solving the problem. Are you ready?

00:09 First, we focus on the parentheses. Always solve what's inside them first.

00:14 Remember, a negative times a negative gives a positive result. That's a good tip to keep in mind.

00:21 Let's solve within the parentheses together and then we'll move forward.

00:26 Great job! We've found the solution to the problem.

According to the order of operations, we first address the innermost parentheses.

Remember that the product of a negative and a negative results is positive:

$-(-4)=+4$

Therefore, the exercise we get is:

$70-(32+4)=$

Now, we solve the exercise within the parentheses:

$32+4=36$

We obtain:

$70-36=34$

$34$