Comparing integers

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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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How do you compare two integers?

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To compare two integers, determine which number is further to the right on the number line. The number further to the right is greater.

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Which is greater: -9 or -3?

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-3 is greater than -9.

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Which is bigger: -7 or -8?

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-7 is bigger than -8.

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Compare: -9 __ 8

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-9 < 8.

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Which is bigger: -3 or 1?

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1 is bigger than -3.

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Compare these integers using symbols: -11 ____ 0

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-11 < 0.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.