Which expressions are equal to the expression - 2.7 - 16.4?

Choose all answers that are correct.

A.

-2.7 - (-16.4)

B.

-16.4 + (-2.7)

C.

-16.4 - (-2.7)

D.

-2.7 + (-16.4)

B and D are the same as your expression because adding a negative number is the same as taking away. whereas in A and C, taking away a negative is the same as adding, which you don't want