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Question
The sum of any two negative integers is always smaller than both the integers.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is True.
Explanation:
E.g. Let two negative integers be –11 and –13.
Sum of –11 and –13
= –11 + (–13)
= –11 – 13
= –24
Now, –24 < –11 and –24 < –13.
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