Ordering Integers

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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

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How do you represent the absolute value of -24 mathematically?

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The absolute value of -24 is represented as |-24|.

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What is the absolute value of -2?

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The absolute value of -2 is 2, represented as |-2| = 2.

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What does it mean for a set of integers to be in descending order?

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A set of integers is in descending order when they are arranged from the largest to the smallest value.

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Provide an example of a set of integers in descending order.

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An example of a set of integers in descending order is: 10, 5, 0, -3, -10.

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What does it mean for a set of integers to be in ascending order?

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A set of integers is in ascending order when they are arranged from the smallest to the largest value.

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Provide an example of a set of integers in ascending order.

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An example of a set of integers in ascending order is: -10, -3, 0, 5, 10.

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How do you determine which expression has the greatest value?

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To determine which expression has the greatest value, calculate the absolute values and compare them.

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Is |-29| greater than 22?

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Yes, |-29| = 29, which is greater than 22.

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What is the significance of the number line in understanding integers?

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The number line visually represents integers, allowing for easy comparison of their values and understanding of concepts like absolute value.