To work out -3 + 5 we start at -3 on a number line and count forward 5 to get 2
So -3 + 5 = 2
To work out -9 + 5 we start at -9 on a number line and count forward 5 to get -4
So -9 + 5 = -4
In this worksheet, students add to negative numbers by moving along a number line.
Key stage: KS 2
Year: Year 5 Maths worksheets
Curriculum topic: Number: Number and Place Value
Curriculum subtopic: Interpret Negative Numbers
Difficulty level:
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