Adding Negative Numbers (When Opposite Signs)

Front

What is the result of -26 + 8?

Back

-18

Front

If Bob lost 5 points and earned 9 points, what equation describes his progress?

Back

-5 + 9 = 4

Front

Calculate 600 + -800.

Back

-200

Front

What is -14 + 4?

Back

-10

Front

What is the result of -7 + 10?

Back

3

Front

What does adding a negative number to a positive number do?

Back

It decreases the value of the positive number.

Front

What is the rule for adding two numbers with opposite signs?

Back

Subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and keep the sign of the number with the larger absolute value.

Front

What is the absolute value of -5?

Back

5

Front

How do you represent a loss in a mathematical equation?

Back

By using a negative sign.

Front

What is the result of -3 + -7?

Back

-10