Compare and Order Integers - flashcard

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

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How do you compare two integers?

Back

To compare two integers, determine which number is greater or lesser based on their position on the number line.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

Back

The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What is the order of integers from least to greatest: -3, 0, -5, 4?

Back

-5, -3, 0, 4.

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Is -7 greater than -2?

Back

No, -7 is less than -2.

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What is the result of comparing -1 and 1?

Back

-1 is less than 1.

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Can a positive number be less than a negative number?

Back

No, a positive number is never less than a negative number.

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What is the greatest integer in the set: -4, -1, 0, 2?

Back

The greatest integer is 2.

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How do you order the integers: 3, -2, 1, -5 from least to greatest?

Back

-5, -2, 1, 3.