Question

On a number line, what is the distance between -2 and 6?

Answer 1

To find the distance between -2 and 6, subtract -2 from 6

$6-(-2)=6+2=8$

Remember - ( - ) = +

The distance between -2 and 6 is 8 units

If you move on the number line from -2 to 6 you will move 8 equal parts