subtract 12 - (-8)

To subtract 12 from -8, we can use the concept of adding the opposite. So, subtracting 12 - (-8) is the same as adding 12 + 8.

12 + 8 = 20

Therefore, 12 - (-8) = 20.

To subtract 12 from -8, we can rewrite the equation as follows: 12 + 8 = 20.