Subtracting Integers Flashcard Review

Front

What is subtracting a negative number equivalent to?

Back

Subtracting a negative number is equivalent to adding its positive counterpart.

Front

What is the result of 19 - (-19)?

Back

38

Front

How do you find the difference using a number line?

Back

To find the difference using a number line, start at the first number and move left for subtraction. If subtracting a negative, move right instead.

Front

What is -7 - 2?

Back

-9

Front

What is 0 - (-7)?

Back

7

Front

What is 3 - (-12)?

Back

15

Front

What is -4 - (-9)?

Back

5

Front

What does the number line represent in subtraction?

Back

The number line represents the distance and direction of numbers, helping visualize the operation of subtraction.

Front

What is the rule for subtracting integers?

Back

The rule for subtracting integers is: a - b = a + (-b).

Front

If you subtract a larger negative number from a smaller negative number, what is the result?

Back

The result will be a larger negative number.