Integers, Opposites and Absolute Value

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What are integers?

Back

Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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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, |-4| = 4.

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What are opposites in terms of integers?

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Opposites are pairs of integers that are the same distance from zero but on opposite sides of the number line. For example, 3 and -3 are opposites.

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What is the absolute value of -15?

Back

The absolute value of -15 is 15, written as |-15| = 15.

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Which is greater: |-3| or |3|?

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Both |-3| and |3| are equal to 3.

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What integer represents a gain of $20?

Back

A gain of $20 is represented by the integer 20.

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What integer represents a loss of $30?

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A loss of $30 is represented by the integer -30.

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How do you find the absolute value of a number?

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To find the absolute value, remove any negative sign. For example, the absolute value of -7 is 7.

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What is the absolute value of 0?

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The absolute value of 0 is 0, written as |0| = 0.

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If a number is -x, what is its opposite?

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The opposite of -x is x.