🐸 Integer Number Line Explorer

Adjust the numbers and the operator below. Watch the arrows jump left and right to visually solve the math problem!

The Equation
-3 (-5) = 2
First Number
-3
Operator
Second Number
-5

🧠 Walking the Line

  • First Move: Start at 0 and move left to -3.
  • Second Move: You are subtracting a negative (-5). Subtracting a negative is the exact same as adding a positive! Turn around and move right 5 spaces.
  • The Result: You land on exactly 2!