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What is predecessor of -15
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Correct answer: -16
The predecessor of a number is 1 less than that number. Thus, \(-15-1=-16\), so -16 is correct. -14 is the successor of -15 because it is 1 greater. Exam tip: subtract 1 for a predecessor and add 1 for a successor.
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-16
Why is this the correct answer?
The predecessor of a number is 1 less than that number. Thus, \(-15-1=-16\), so -16 is correct. -14 is the successor of -15 because it is 1 greater. Exam tip: subtract 1 for a predecessor and add 1 for a successor.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Number Systems. Topic: Number line.
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