Ordering Integers

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What is the definition of an integer?

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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 compare two integers?

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To compare two integers, determine their positions on the number line. The integer further to the right is greater.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is =.

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How do you order integers from least to greatest?

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To order integers from least to greatest, list them starting from the smallest value to the largest value.

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What are negative numbers?

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Negative numbers are numbers that are less than zero and are located on the left side of zero on a number line.

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What are positive numbers?

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Positive numbers are numbers that are greater than zero and are located on the right side of zero on a number line.

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What is the result of comparing -3 and -2?

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-3 < -2, meaning -3 is less than -2.

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What is the result of comparing -1 and 4?

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-1 < 4, meaning -1 is less than 4.