Integer Word Problems

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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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 depends on the absolute values of the integers. If the positive integer is larger, the result is positive; if the negative integer is larger, the result is negative.

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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 absolute value of an integer?

Back

The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. It is always a non-negative number.

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What does it mean to have a negative score in a game?

Back

A negative score indicates that a player has lost points or performed below a baseline score.

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If the temperature is -14°F and it drops by 7°F, how do you calculate the new temperature?

Back

To find the new temperature, add the drop to the current temperature: -14°F - 7°F = -21°F.

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What is the total change in yards if a football team loses 6 yards and then loses 5 more yards?

Back

The total change is -6 - 5 = -11 yards.

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How do you calculate the final price of a stock after multiple changes?

Back

Start with the initial price and add or subtract each change sequentially. For example, starting at $37, the changes are: -$3, +$1, -$7, +$4, resulting in $32.

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What does it mean when a roller coaster descends below ground level?

Back

It means the height is represented as a negative number, indicating it is below the reference point (ground level).