Understanding Negative Numbers

This video tutorial introduces negative numbers, explaining their relationship with positive numbers on the number line. It covers how to compare negative numbers and provides real-world examples, such as measuring below sea level and financial debt. The tutorial also explains how to compare integers, emphasizing that positive numbers are always greater than negative ones. The video concludes with a summary of key points about negative numbers and their practical applications.

What is the starting point of the number line for whole numbers?

• Negative One

• Zero

• One

• Infinity

What is the term used for the set of numbers that includes both positive and negative numbers along with zero?

• Natural Numbers

• Integers

• Rational Numbers

• Whole Numbers

How can you identify a negative number?

• It has a plus sign

• It has no sign

• It has a negative sign

• It is always larger than positive numbers

Which is larger: -2 or -3?

• -2

• -3

• They are equal

• Cannot be determined

On the number line, which direction do numbers get smaller?

• Upwards

• To the left

• Downwards

• To the right

If someone offers you negative $500, what does it mean?

• You gain $500

• You lose $500

• You gain $1000

• You lose $1000

Which of the following is an example of a real-world application of negative numbers?

• Measuring temperature

• Counting apples

• Calculating area

• Finding the perimeter

What is the temperature at which water freezes in Celsius?

• 0 degrees

• 100 degrees

• 20 degrees

• -20 degrees

When comparing a positive and a negative integer, which is always larger?

• Cannot be determined

• The positive integer

• The negative integer

• They are equal

What should you do to become proficient in comparing integers?

• Only read about it

• Practice regularly

• Ignore practice

• Avoid learning