Comparing Integers

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What is the definition of an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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How do you compare two integers?

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To compare two integers, determine which one is greater, lesser, or if they are equal by considering their positions on the number line.

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What symbol is used to indicate that one integer is less than another?

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The symbol '<' is used to indicate that one integer is less than another.

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What symbol is used to indicate that one integer is greater than another?

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The symbol '>' is used to indicate that one integer is greater than another.

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How do you order a set of integers from least to greatest?

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To order a set of integers from least to greatest, arrange them in ascending order based on their value, starting with the smallest.

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What is the least integer in the set: [10, -5, 3, 16, -1, 0, 1]?

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The least integer in the set is -5.

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What is the greatest integer in the set: [-8, 7, -6, 5, -4, 3, -2]?

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The greatest integer in the set is 7.

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How do negative integers compare to positive integers?

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Negative integers are always less than positive integers.

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What is the result of comparing -9 and 8?

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-9 is less than 8, so the comparison is -9 < 8.

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What is the result of comparing 6 and -3?

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6 is greater than -3, so the comparison is 6 > -3.