Integer Word Problems

Front

What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but not a fraction or decimal.

Front

How do you add two integers with different signs?

Back

When adding integers with different signs, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and keep the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.

Front

What is the result of adding -5 and 3?

Back

-5 + 3 = -2.

Front

How do you subtract integers?

Back

To subtract an integer, add its opposite. For example, to subtract -3, you add +3.

Front

What is the result of subtracting -4 from 2?

Back

2 - (-4) = 2 + 4 = 6.

Front

What does it mean to descend in a word problem?

Back

To descend means to go down, which often involves subtracting from a given value.

Front

If a temperature is -10°F and it drops by 5°F, what is the new temperature?

Back

-10°F - 5°F = -15°F.

Front

What does it mean to ascend in a word problem?

Back

To ascend means to go up, which often involves adding to a given value.

Front

If a submarine is at -50 meters and ascends 20 meters, what is its new position?

Back

-50 meters + 20 meters = -30 meters.

Front

What is the total score if a player has +3 on the front nine and -5 on the back nine?

Back

+3 + (-5) = -2.