Positive and negative numbers

Front

What is a positive number?

Back

A positive number is any number greater than zero, such as 1, 2, or 3.

Front

What is a negative number?

Back

A negative number is any number less than zero, such as -1, -2, or -3.

Front

Which is greater: -5 or -3?

Back

-3 is greater than -5.

Front

What is zero classified as?

Back

Zero is neither positive nor negative; it is a neutral number.

Front

How do you compare negative numbers?

Back

When comparing negative numbers, the number closer to zero is greater.

Front

What is the absolute value of -7?

Back

The absolute value of -7 is 7.

Front

If you add a positive number to a negative number, what can happen?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean for a number to be 'above sea level'?

Back

A number above sea level is positive, indicating elevation.

Front

What does it mean for a number to be 'below sea level'?

Back

A number below sea level is negative, indicating depth.

Front

Is -10 greater than -8?

Back

No, -10 is less than -8.