What is negative 3 plus positive 8?

Answer 1

When adding negative 3 and positive 8, we can think of it as moving 3 units to the left on the number line and then moving 8 units to the right. The net result is moving 5 units to the right. Therefore, negative 3 plus positive 8 is equal to positive 5.

Answer 2

Well, darling, negative 3 plus positive 8 is simply 5. It's like having $3 in debt and finding a $8 bill in your pocket - you end up with $5 in your favor. So, the answer is 5, sweetie.

Answer 3

5