A town's low temperature for January was - 8 degrees Fahrenheit. The difference between the town's high temperature and low temperature for January was 25 degrees Fahrenheit. What was the town's high temperature, in degrees Fahrenheit, for January? Explain your answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

high temperature - low temperature = 25

high temperature - (-8) = 25

{when subtracting negative numbers, we have to add the additive inverse of (-8). Additive inverse of (-8) is 8}

high temperature + 8 = 25

{Subtract 8 form both the sides}

high temperature + 8 - 8 = 25 - 8

high temperature = 25 - 8

high temperature = 17 degree Fahrenheit