Combining Integers Lev. 1

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2 + (-6) =

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-4

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(-2) + 3 =

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1

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5 + (-5) =

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0

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(-3) + 5 =

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2

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4 + (-2) =

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2

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Definition of an Integer:

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

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What is the sum of a positive integer and a negative integer?

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The sum depends on the absolute values; if the positive integer is larger, the result is positive, and if the negative integer is larger, the result is negative.

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What is the result of adding two negative integers?

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The result is always a negative integer.

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What is the result of adding two positive integers?

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The result is always a positive integer.

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What is the identity property of addition?

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The identity property of addition states that adding zero to any number does not change the number.