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. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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What does a negative integer represent in real-life situations?

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A negative integer often represents a loss, debt, or a decrease in value. For example, -$100 represents a $100 debt.

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What is the opposite of a positive integer?

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The opposite of a positive integer is its negative counterpart. For example, the opposite of 5 is -5.

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What is the opposite of -20?

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The opposite of -20 is 20.

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How do you represent a withdrawal of money using integers?

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A withdrawal of money is represented by a negative integer. For example, a withdrawal of $40 is represented as -$40.

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What does a positive integer represent in real-life situations?

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A positive integer often represents a gain, profit, or increase in value. For example, +$50 represents a $50 gain.

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What is the sum of -5 and 3?

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The sum of -5 and 3 is -2.

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What is the result of subtracting a negative integer from a positive integer?

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Subtracting a negative integer from a positive integer is the same as adding its positive counterpart. For example, 5 - (-3) = 5 + 3 = 8.

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What is the product of two negative integers?

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The product of two negative integers is a positive integer. For example, -2 * -3 = 6.

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What is the absolute value of -15?

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The absolute value of -15 is 15.