John gained 8 pounds while on vacation, but lost 12 pounds after he returned home. Which number is the additive inverse of the change in John's weight?

-12
-8
4
8

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Answer: 4


Step-by-step explanation: Because he gained 8 pounds and lost 12 when he got home, the additive inverse would be 4. (additive inverse is the opposite.


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