(−71) + (+9) ____ (−81) + (−9)
(−71) + (+9) > (−81) + (−9)
((-71) + (+9))
(-71 + 9 = -62)
Step 2: Evaluate the right side
((-81) + (-9))
(-81 - 9 = -90)
Step 3: Compare the results
(-62) is greater than (-90) because it is closer to (0) on the number line.
((-71) + (+9) ; > ; (-81) + (-9))