What is the sum of the following numbers: -863, -999, -1,862, and -136?

The correct answer is -1,862.

To determine this, you compare the absolute values of the numbers. Since -1,862 has the largest absolute value among the list provided, it is considered the smallest number in terms of value. In other words, -1,862 is further left on the number line compared to -863, -999, and -136.

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