All Integer Operation Word Problems (Homework)

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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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How do you add two integers with different signs?

Back

When adding integers with different signs, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and keep the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.

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What is the result of adding a positive integer and a negative integer?

Back

The result can be positive, negative, or zero, depending on the absolute values of the integers.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

Back

The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, always expressed as a positive number.

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How do you subtract integers?

Back

To subtract an integer, add its opposite. For example, to subtract -3, you add +3.

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What is the rule for multiplying two integers with the same sign?

Back

When multiplying two integers with the same sign, the result is positive.

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What is the rule for multiplying two integers with different signs?

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When multiplying two integers with different signs, the result is negative.

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What is the difference between elevation above sea level and below sea level?

Back

Elevation above sea level is positive, while elevation below sea level is negative. The difference is found by adding their absolute values.

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How do you calculate the total score from multiple rounds in a game?

Back

Add all the individual scores together, taking into account positive and negative values.

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What does it mean to overdraw a bank account?

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To overdraw a bank account means to withdraw more money than is available, resulting in a negative balance.