Multiplying and Dividing Integers 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 not a fraction or decimal.

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What does it mean to multiply integers?

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Multiplying integers involves finding the product of two whole numbers, which can be positive or negative.

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What does it mean to divide integers?

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Dividing integers involves finding how many times one integer is contained within another, which can also result in a positive or negative quotient.

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How do you determine the sign of the product of two integers?

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If both integers have the same sign (both positive or both negative), the product is positive. If they have different signs, the product is negative.

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How do you determine the sign of the quotient of two integers?

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The sign of the quotient follows the same rules as multiplication: if both integers have the same sign, the quotient is positive; if they have different signs, the quotient is negative.

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What is the formula to find the average loss per week?

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Average loss = Total loss / Number of weeks.

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If a gamer loses -120 health points over 10 levels, how do you find the loss per level?

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Divide the total loss by the number of levels: -120 / 10 = -12 health points per level.

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How do you calculate the total gain in height after a certain number of hours?

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Total gain = Gain per hour x Number of hours.

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If a hiker descends at -300 feet per hour for 3 hours, how do you find the total descent?

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Total descent = Rate of descent x Time: -300 x 3 = -900 feet.

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What is the total loss for a company that loses $9 per defective product for 8 products?

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Total loss = Loss per product x Number of defective products: -9 x 8 = -$72.