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Write the integer which is 2 less than its additive inverse.

Let, the integer is A and its additive inverse is x.


∴ A + x = 0


⇒ x = - A


According to problem,


⇒ A = - A – 2


⇒ 2A = - 2


⇒ A = -1


∴ The integer is = -1


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