On a number line, you move 3 units to the right from -5. Then, you move 2 units to the left. What is your final position?
Category: Math · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Perform the movements step by step.
Answer
-4
Explanation
Starting at -5, moving right 3 to -2, then left 2 brings you to -4.
This is a medium math riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is -4.
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