Math review 12/16/24

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What is absolute value?

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

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How do you find the greatest absolute value on a number line?

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To find the greatest absolute value, identify the point that is farthest from zero, whether it is positive or negative.

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What does it mean for quantities to combine to make 0?

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It means that the positive and negative values cancel each other out, resulting in a net value of zero.

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What is an example of opposite quantities combining to make 0?

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If you have -$13 and then deposit $13, the total balance becomes $0.

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How do you represent the sum of two numbers on a number line?

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You can represent the sum by starting at one number and moving the distance of the second number in the appropriate direction.

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What is the result of adding a negative number to a positive number?

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The result will depend on the absolute values of the numbers; if the positive number is greater, the result is positive, and if the negative number is greater, the result is negative.

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How do you calculate total income or loss from profits and losses?

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Add the profit and loss values together. A profit is positive, and a loss is negative.

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What is the formula for calculating total profit or loss?

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Total Profit/Loss = Total Profits - Total Losses.

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What does a negative result indicate in financial terms?

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A negative result indicates a loss.

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How do you identify the greatest value on a number line?

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The greatest value is the point that is farthest to the right on the number line.