01/28 GM: Positive/Negative Integers

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

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What is the significance of negative integers in real-world situations?

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Negative integers often represent values below a reference point, such as temperatures below zero or depths below ground level.

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How do you represent a temperature of 32 degrees below zero using an integer?

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-32 represents a temperature of 32 degrees below zero.

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What integer represents a gain of 10 yards in a football game?

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10 represents a gain of 10 yards.

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How do you represent a depth of 18 feet below ground level using an integer?

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-18 represents a depth of 18 feet below ground level.

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What integer represents a loss of 10 yards in a football game?

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-10 represents a loss of 10 yards.

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How do you represent a height of 18 feet above ground level using an integer?

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18 represents a height of 18 feet above ground level.

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What is the difference between positive and negative integers?

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Positive integers are greater than zero, while negative integers are less than zero.

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In what scenarios would you use negative integers?

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Negative integers are used in scenarios such as temperatures below freezing, debts, or depths below a reference point.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.