Introduction to Negative Numbers

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What is a negative number?

Back

A negative number is a number that is less than zero, often used to represent a loss or a value below a reference point.

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How do you compare integers using symbols?

Back

You can use < (less than), > (greater than), and = (equal to) to compare integers.

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What does the symbol '>' mean when comparing two numbers?

Back

The symbol '>' means that the number on the left is greater than the number on the right.

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What does the symbol '<' mean when comparing two numbers?

Back

The symbol '<' means that the number on the left is less than the number on the right.

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What is the order of integers from greatest to least for the set: 20, 6, -2, -13?

Back

20, 6, -2, -13.

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What does an elevation of -0.3 meters indicate?

Back

It indicates that the location is 0.3 meters below sea level.

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How do you write numbers from smallest to largest?

Back

Arrange the numbers in increasing order, starting with the smallest.

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What is the smallest integer in the set: 5, -5, 15, 0, -15?

Back

The smallest integer is -15.

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What is the greatest integer in the set: -5, -15, 0, 5, 15?

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The greatest integer is 15.

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If 4 is compared to 6, what symbol is used?

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The symbol used is < (4 < 6).