Integers and Absolute Value Review

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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 is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -4 is 4.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number that is the same distance from zero but in the opposite direction. For example, the opposite of 7 is -7.

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What is the absolute value of -10?

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The absolute value of -10 is 10.

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If a number is positive, what is its opposite?

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The opposite of a positive number is the same number with a negative sign. For example, the opposite of 8 is -8.

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If a number is negative, what is its opposite?

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The opposite of a negative number is the same number with a positive sign. For example, the opposite of -3 is 3.

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What is the integer represented by 'A' on the number line if A = -2?

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The integer represented by 'A' is -2.

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Which is greater: -1 or -5?

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-1 is greater than -5 because it is closer to zero on the number line.

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What is the absolute value of 0?

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The absolute value of 0 is 0.

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Is the absolute value of a number always positive?

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Yes, the absolute value of a number is always positive or zero.