Integer Word Problems 12/17

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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. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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How do you add integers with the same sign?

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When adding integers with the same sign, add their absolute values and keep the sign. For example, -4 + -3 = -7.

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How do you add integers with different signs?

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When adding integers with different signs, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and take the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value. For example, 5 + -3 = 2.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, |-4| = 4.

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How do you subtract integers?

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To subtract an integer, add its opposite. For example, 5 - 3 is the same as 5 + (-3) = 2.

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What does it mean to be below sea level?

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Being below sea level means that a location is at a depth lower than the average level of the ocean's surface, often represented by negative integers.

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How do you represent temperature changes using integers?

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Temperature increases are represented by positive integers, while decreases are represented by negative integers. For example, a rise from 30 degrees to 35 degrees is +5 degrees.

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What is the difference between two integers?

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The difference between two integers is found by subtracting one integer from another. For example, the difference between 10 and 4 is 10 - 4 = 6.

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How do you find the total after spending and depositing money?

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To find the total after spending and depositing, subtract the amount spent from the initial amount and then add the deposit. For example, $362 - $54 + $82 = $390.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills to find the answer.