Adding and Subtracting Integers word problems

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

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What does the term 'sum' mean in mathematics?

Back

The term 'sum' refers to the result of adding two or more numbers together.

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How do you represent a loss in yardage in a football game using integers?

Back

A loss in yardage is represented by a negative integer.

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If the temperature is 16°C in the afternoon and -3°C at night, how do you find the change in temperature?

Back

Subtract the night temperature from the afternoon temperature: 16 - (-3) = 19.

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What is the result of adding a positive integer and a negative integer?

Back

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

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

Back

Change in temperature = Final temperature - Initial temperature.

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If the temperature dropped from 58°F by 4°F, what was the temperature one hour ago?

Back

The temperature one hour ago was 58 + 4 = 62°F.

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What does it mean to 'decrease' a number?

Back

To decrease a number means to subtract a value from it.

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How do you express 'gaining yards' in a football context using integers?

Back

Gaining yards is represented by a positive integer.

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What is the change in temperature if it goes from -15°C to -27°C?

Back

The change in temperature is -27 - (-15) = -12°C.