Checkpoint 1: 6.NS.1

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What is a positive integer?

Back

A positive integer is a whole number greater than zero, such as 1, 2, 3, etc.

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What is a negative integer?

Back

A negative integer is a whole number less than zero, such as -1, -2, -3, etc.

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What is zero?

Back

Zero is the integer that represents a null quantity, neither positive nor negative.

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How do you represent the altitude of a flying bird?

Back

The altitude of a flying bird is represented by a positive integer.

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What number represents the points each team has at the beginning of a basketball game?

Back

The points each team has at the beginning of a basketball game is represented by zero.

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What does paying for school supplies represent in terms of integers?

Back

Paying for school supplies represents a negative integer.

Front

Which situation is best represented by a negative number?

Back

Calories burned during exercise is best represented by a negative number.

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What is the elevation of Seeley, California, which is below sea level?

Back

A possible elevation of Seeley, California is -200 feet.

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What is the elevation of Chicago, Illinois?

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The elevation of Chicago, Illinois is 600 feet.

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What is an example of a situation that can be modeled by a positive integer?

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The number of students in a class can be modeled by a positive integer.