Integers Word Problems

Front

What is an integer?

Back

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

Front

What is the result of adding two negative integers?

Back

The result will always be a negative integer.

Front

What does the absolute value of a number represent?

Back

The absolute value of a number represents its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.

Front

What is the result of (-8) + (-2)?

Back

-10

Front

What is the result of -3 + 8?

Back

5

Front

What is the result of -4 - 7?

Back

-11

Front

How do you represent losing points in math?

Back

Losing points can be represented as negative numbers.

Front

What equation describes Bob's progress if he lost 5 points and then 9 points?

Back

-5 + -9 = -14

Front

When adding a negative number and a positive number, how do you determine the sign of the result?

Back

The sign of the result is determined by the number with the larger absolute value.

Front

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

Back

The result can be positive, negative, or zero, depending on the values.