Integer Review for Unit Test

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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, but not a fraction or decimal.

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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 -6 is 6.

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Is -6 greater than -3?

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False. -6 is less than -3.

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What is the product of two negative integers?

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The product of two negative integers is a positive integer. For example, -8 x -3 = 24.

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What does a negative integer represent in financial terms?

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A negative integer represents a loss or withdrawal. For example, -$32.00 indicates a withdrawal of $32.00.

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How do you subtract a negative integer?

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Subtracting a negative integer is the same as adding its positive counterpart. For example, -3 - (-5) = -3 + 5 = 2.

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What is the sum of a positive integer and a negative integer?

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The sum depends on the absolute values of the integers. For example, 5 + (-3) = 2.

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What is the difference between an integer and a whole number?

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Whole numbers are non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, ...), while integers include negative numbers as well (-1, -2, ...).

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What is the result of adding two negative integers?

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The result of adding two negative integers is a negative integer. For example, -2 + (-3) = -5.

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What is the result of subtracting a positive integer from a negative integer?

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The result is a more negative integer. For example, -5 - 3 = -8.