Subtracting a Negative Number from Zero
Discover how subtracting a negative number from zero works. Enter a negative number below and see the magic!
Visualization
Red dot: Negative number input ().
Green dot: Result after subtracting from zero ().
Understanding Subtracting Negative Numbers
Subtracting a negative number from zero might seem confusing at first, but it's a fundamental concept in mathematics. Essentially, subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.
Formula: 0 - (-a) = a
Example: Let's say you want to calculate 0 - (-5). According to the rule, subtracting -5 from 0 is the same as adding 5 to 0. So, 0 - (-5) = 0 + 5 = 5.
This tool helps you visualize this concept. The number line shows how moving in the negative direction and then subtracting a negative number results in moving in the positive direction from zero.
For further reading, you can explore resources on Math is Fun or Khan Academy.