Integers-6th grade

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but not a fraction or decimal.

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What is the opposite of a positive integer?

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The opposite of a positive integer is the same number with a negative sign. For example, the opposite of 5 is -5.

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What is the opposite of a negative integer?

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The opposite of a negative integer is the same number without the negative sign. For example, the opposite of -3 is 3.

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How do you represent a loss in integers?

Back

A loss is represented by a negative integer. For example, losing $10 is represented as -10.

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How do you represent a gain in integers?

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A gain is represented by a positive integer. For example, gaining $15 is represented as 15.

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Which is greater: -4 or -2?

Back

-2 is greater than -4 because it is closer to zero on the number line.

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What is the absolute value of -7?

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The absolute value of -7 is 7. Absolute value represents the distance from zero.

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What is the sum of -5 and 3?

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The sum of -5 and 3 is -2.

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What is the difference between -6 and -2?

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The difference between -6 and -2 is -4.

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How do you compare two integers?

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To compare two integers, look at their positions on the number line. The one further to the right is greater.