Adding and Subtracting Positive and Negative Numbers Flashcard

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What is the definition of a positive number?

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A number greater than zero.

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What is the definition of a negative number?

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A number less than zero.

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What does it mean to add a negative number?

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Adding a negative number is the same as subtracting its absolute value.

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What does it mean to subtract a negative number?

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Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its absolute value.

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What is the rule for adding two positive numbers?

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The sum is always positive.