Adding Integers on the Number Line

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What is the result of adding two negative integers?

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When you add two negative integers, the result is always a negative integer. For example, -12 + (-6) = -18.

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What does the number line represent in addition?

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The number line visually represents the addition of integers by showing the movement to the right for positive numbers and to the left for negative numbers.

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-3

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-7

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-3

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6

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What is the result of adding a positive integer and a negative integer?

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The result depends on the absolute values of the integers. If the positive integer is larger, the result is positive; if the negative integer is larger, the result is negative.

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Katherine earned $15 and spent $4 and $10. What is the equation to find out how much she has left?

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The equation is 15 + (-4) + (-10) = 1.

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What is the meaning of a negative result in addition?

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A negative result indicates a deficit or a loss, such as owing money or having less than zero.

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How do you represent the addition of integers on a number line?

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Start at the first integer, then move right for positive integers and left for negative integers.