Subtracting Integers Flashcard Review

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What is the result of -7 - 2 on a number line?

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-9

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What is the result of 19 - (-19)?

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38

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Which addition expression is equivalent to 7 - (-3)?

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7 + 3

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How can you rewrite -22 - (-7) using additive inverse?

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-22 + 7

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What is the result of -28 - (-13)?

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-15

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What is the definition of an additive inverse?

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An additive inverse of a number is a number that, when added to the original number, results in zero.

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How do you subtract a negative number?

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Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

Front

What is the general rule for subtracting integers?

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To subtract an integer, add its additive inverse.

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What is the result of -5 - 3?

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-8

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What is the result of 10 - (-5)?

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15