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Question
If x and y are negative rational numbers, then so is x + y.
Options
True
False
Solution
This statement is True.
Explanation:
E.g. `(- 1/2) + (-1/2) = -1`, which is again a negative rational number.
Notes
Sum of two negative rational numbers is equal to a negative rational number.
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