Opposites

Front

What is the definition of 'opposite' in mathematics?

Back

In mathematics, the 'opposite' of a number refers to its additive inverse, which is the number that, when added to the original number, results in zero.

Front

What is the opposite of a positive number?

Back

The opposite of a positive number is the same number with a negative sign in front of it.

Front

What is the opposite of a negative number?

Back

The opposite of a negative number is the same number with a positive sign in front of it.

Front

What is the opposite of zero?

Back

Zero is its own opposite, as it does not have a positive or negative value.

Front

If a number is x, what is the opposite of the opposite of x?

Back

The opposite of the opposite of x is x itself.

Front

How do you find the opposite of a number?

Back

To find the opposite of a number, simply change its sign.

Front

What is the opposite of -1?

Back

The opposite of -1 is 1.

Front

What is the opposite of 100?

Back

The opposite of 100 is -100.

Front

If a number is represented as 'a', what is the opposite of 'a'?

Back

The opposite of 'a' is -a.

Front

What is the opposite of 0.5?

Back

The opposite of 0.5 is -0.5.