Question

In the following exercises,Perform the indicated operation,$54.3-100$

Short answer

The simplified value is$-45.70$$-45.70$

Step-by-step solution

Step 1, Given information

The given numbers are$54.3-100$

Step 2. Perform subtraction operation 

Firstly write numbers in vertically format then subtract

$$\begin{gathered} -100.00 \\ +054.30 \\ ----- \\ -45.70 \end{gathered}$$

Here the sign must be used of the greater number, so the sign of 100 Is negative.That's why negative sign assigned with the final answer

Step 3. Conclusion

Hence, the simplified value is$-45.70$