Minus

usgb/ˈmaɪnəs/Volume
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Basic Math OperationPlay
Minus is used in arithmetic to show subtraction between numbers. Slide12 minus 2 is 10.
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Negative ResultsPlay
When subtracting a larger number from a smaller one, the result is negative. Slide3 minus 5 equals negative 2.
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Temperature ReadingsPlay
Minus is used to indicate temperatures below zero in Celsius or Fahrenheit. SlideThe forecast predicts temperatures of minus 10 degrees.