answersLogoWhite

0

Its because you are finding the "difference" between the two numbers.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

LaoLao
The path is yours to walk; I am only here to hold up a mirror.
Chat with Lao
SteveSteve
Knowledge is a journey, you know? We'll get there.
Chat with Steve
EzraEzra
Faith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra
More answers

Because the answer is the difference between a small number and a big number. Example: 9-5

The difference is 4 because 9 is 4 more than 5.

User Avatar

Because you subtracting be Between two numbers you will get the answer called a difference.

User Avatar

Anonymous

4y ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why is the answer in subtraction called the difference?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp