Integer Word Problems

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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, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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How do you subtract integers?

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To subtract an integer, you can add its opposite. For example, to calculate 5 - 3, you can add 5 + (-3) = 2.

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What does it mean to give away items in a word problem?

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Giving away items in a word problem typically means to subtract the number of items given from the total you originally have.

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If a temperature drops, what does that indicate?

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A drop in temperature indicates a decrease in the temperature value, often represented as a negative change.

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How do you calculate net change in a situation?

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Net change is calculated by taking the initial value and adding or subtracting the changes that occur.

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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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What does it mean to travel north and then south in a word problem?

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Traveling north and then south indicates movement in opposite directions, which can be calculated by subtracting the distances.

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How do you find out how much money is left after spending?

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To find out how much money is left after spending, subtract the amount spent from the total amount you had.

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What is the significance of the term 'net change' in word problems?

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Net change refers to the overall change after considering all increases and decreases in a situation.

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How do you represent a loss in points on a quiz?

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A loss in points can be represented as a negative integer, indicating a decrease in the total score.