What is −189.987−30.87?(1 point)

Responses

220.857
220.857

−159.117
negative 159.117

159.117
159.117

−220.857

The answer is -220.857.

To find the difference between -189.987 and -30.87, you subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

So, (-189.987) - (-30.87) = -189.987 + 30.87.

Adding these two numbers, you get -159.117.

Therefore, the difference between -189.987 and -30.87 is -159.117.