Positive and Negative Numbers

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What is the definition of a positive number?

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A positive number is a number greater than zero.

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What is the definition of a negative number?

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A negative number is a number less than zero.

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How do you compare negative numbers?

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When comparing negative numbers, the number with the greater absolute value is actually the smaller number. For example, -36 is less than -35.

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What does a negative balance in a financial context represent?

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A negative balance indicates that a person owes money.

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What does a positive balance in a financial context represent?

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A positive balance indicates that a person has money available.

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What does a balance of zero mean in financial terms?

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A balance of zero means that neither party owes money.

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How is elevation represented in relation to sea level?

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Elevation above sea level is positive, while elevation below sea level is negative.

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What does it mean if an investment income is negative?

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A negative investment income indicates a loss.

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How do you represent gaining points in a game that uses positive and negative numbers?

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Gaining points is represented by a positive number.

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How do you represent losing points in a game that uses positive and negative numbers?

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Losing points is represented by a negative number.