Integer Word Problems

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What is an integer?

Back

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 find the distance between two integers on a number line?

Back

To find the distance between two integers, subtract the smaller integer from the larger integer and take the absolute value of the result.

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What does it mean to descend in terms of integers?

Back

To descend means to move downwards, which is represented by negative integers when referring to height or depth.

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If a climber descends from 533 feet to -10 feet, how do you calculate the total descent?

Back

Total descent = Starting height - Ending height = 533 - (-10) = 543 feet.

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What is the difference between -20°C and -12°C?

Back

The difference is calculated as |-20 - (-12)| = |-20 + 12| = |-8| = 8°C.

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What does a loss of yards in football represent in integer terms?

Back

A loss of yards is represented by a negative integer, indicating a decrease in yardage.

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How do you calculate total withdrawals from a bank account?

Back

Add all amounts withdrawn to find the total amount taken out of the account.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction, and is always a non-negative number.

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How do you represent a gain in yards in football?

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A gain in yards is represented by a positive integer, indicating an increase in yardage.

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What is the formula to find the total change in temperature?

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Total change in temperature = |Final temperature - Initial temperature|.