Let's solve the equation step by step.
1. We need to add two negative integers: -2 and -5.
2. When adding two negative integers, we combine their absolute values and keep the negative sign.
First, let's determine the absolute values:
- The absolute value of -2 is 2.
- The absolute value of -5 is 5.
Next, combine these absolute values:
- 2 + 5 = 7
Since we are adding two negative numbers, the result will also be negative:
- The sum of -2 and -5 is -7.
Thus, [tex]\( -2 + (-5) = -7 \)[/tex].
