Integer Word Problems

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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. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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What does it mean to have a negative balance in a bank account?

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A negative balance means you owe money to the bank. For example, a balance of -42 dollars means you are 42 dollars in debt.

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How do you calculate the new balance after a deposit?

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To find the new balance, add the deposit amount to the current balance. For example, if the balance is -42 dollars and you deposit 6 dollars, the new balance is -42 + 6 = -36 dollars.

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What is the total amount given if someone gives away money daily for several days?

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To find the total amount given, multiply the daily amount by the number of days. For example, if someone gives 4 dollars per day for 5 days, the total given is 4 x 5 = 20 dollars.

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How do you find the remaining balance after spending money?

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To find the remaining balance, subtract the amount spent from the original balance. For example, if Fred had 134 dollars and spent 20 dollars, he has 134 - 20 = 114 dollars left.

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What does gaining or losing yards in a game mean?

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Gaining yards means moving forward, while losing yards means moving backward. The total change in yards is calculated by adding gains and subtracting losses.

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How do you calculate total yards gained or lost?

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Add the yards gained and subtract the yards lost. For example, if a team gains 8 yards and loses 12 yards, the total is 8 - 12 = -4 yards.

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

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Being below sea level means the submarine is at a negative depth. For example, a submarine at -800 feet is 800 feet below the surface of the sea.

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How do you calculate the new position of a submarine after ascending?

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To find the new position, add the ascent to the current depth. For example, if a submarine is at -800 feet and ascends 350 feet, the new position is -800 + 350 = -450 feet.

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What is the formula to calculate depth after descending for a certain time?

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To calculate depth after descending, multiply the descent rate by the time. For example, if descending 3 feet per minute for 5 minutes, the depth is -3 x 5 = -15 feet.