Integers, opposites and absolute values

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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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What are opposites in terms of integers?

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Opposites are two numbers that are the same distance from zero on the number line but in opposite directions. For example, 5 and -5 are opposites.

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -7 is 7.

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How do you represent a gain in value using integers?

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A gain in value is represented by a positive integer. For example, a gain of $5 is represented as +5.

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How do you represent a loss in value using integers?

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A loss in value is represented by a negative integer. For example, a loss of $3 is represented as -3.

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What is the opposite of -8?

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The opposite of -8 is 8.

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If you have a number and its opposite, what is their sum?

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The sum of a number and its opposite is always zero. For example, 4 + (-4) = 0.

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Where are negative numbers located on the number line?

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Negative numbers are located to the left of zero on the number line.

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What is the absolute value of -12?

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The absolute value of -12 is 12.

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What is the opposite of the opposite of -5?

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The opposite of the opposite of -5 is -5.