3rd hour Topic 2: Integers and Rational Numbers

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. They do not include fractions or decimals.

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What are rational numbers?

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Rational numbers are numbers that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you identify the least integer in a set of integers?

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The least integer is the smallest number in the set when arranged in ascending order.

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What is the process for ordering integers from least to greatest?

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To order integers from least to greatest, compare their values and arrange them starting from the smallest to the largest.

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What does it mean to move left on a number line?

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Moving left on a number line means decreasing the value of the number, which corresponds to subtracting.

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What is the significance of zero in relation to integers?

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Zero is the integer that separates positive integers from negative integers and represents a neutral value.

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How do you find the x-coordinate of a point after moving a certain number of units left?

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To find the new x-coordinate, subtract the number of units moved from the original x-coordinate.

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What is the value of -8 in relation to other integers?

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-8 is a negative integer and is less than all positive integers and zero.

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How do you represent sea level in terms of integers?

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Sea level is represented by the integer 0, as it is the point of balance between positive and negative elevations.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction, and is always a non-negative number.