Comparing integers

Front

What is the definition of an integer?

Back

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?

Back

To compare two integers, you can use the symbols < (less than), > (greater than), or = (equal to) based on their values on the number line.

Front

Which is greater: -3 or -5?

Back

-3 is greater than -5.

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What is the opposite of a positive integer?

Back

The opposite of a positive integer is its negative counterpart.

Front

Which of the following is not an integer: -1/2, 0, 3?

Back

-1/2 is not an integer.

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What does it mean for an integer to be 'farther from 0' on the number line?

Back

An integer is farther from 0 if its absolute value is greater than that of another integer.

Front

Compare the integers 3 and -6 using the correct symbol: 3 ___ -6.

Back

3 > -6.

Front

What is the absolute value of -12?

Back

The absolute value of -12 is 12.

Front

If you have two integers, one is -7 and the other is -4, which is larger?

Back

-4 is larger than -7.

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What is the result of comparing 0 and -1?

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0 is greater than -1.