This deep dive covers Higher Level: BIDMAS with Negatives within Negative Numbers for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Negative Numbers in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. Use this page as part of a wider topic revision path rather than treating it as an isolated fact. It is section 10 of 14 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Higher Level: BIDMAS with Negatives
When negatives appear in more complex calculations, follow BIDMAS but be extra careful with signs:
Example: Calculate −3 × 4 + (−2)
- Multiplication first: −3 × 4 = −12
- Then addition: −12 + (−2) = −12 − 2 = −14
Practice questions for Negative Numbers
Which of these statements is true?
Aisha's bank account shows a balance of -45 pounds. She deposits 70 pounds. Explain what her new balance is and what the negative sign meant originally.