Integer Word Problems- Multiplying and Dividing

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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 does not include fractions or decimals.

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How do you multiply two negative integers?

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When you multiply two negative integers, the result is a positive integer.

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What is the result of multiplying a positive integer by a negative integer?

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The result is a negative integer.

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What does it mean to divide an integer?

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Dividing an integer means splitting it into equal parts, which can result in a whole number or a fraction.

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What is the rule for dividing two negative integers?

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When you divide two negative integers, the result is a positive integer.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

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How do you find the average change in a quantity?

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To find the average change, divide the total change by the number of intervals.

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What is the significance of negative values in word problems?

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Negative values often represent a loss, decrease, or a position below a reference point.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.5

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If a football team loses 5 yards on 4 consecutive plays, what is the total change in yards?

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The total change is -20 yards.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you calculate the total distance traveled if you know the rate and time?

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Total distance = rate × time.

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What does it mean to share a loss equally among several people?

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It means dividing the total loss by the number of people to find out how much each person loses.

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