Integer word problems

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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How do you find the difference between two temperatures?

Back

To find the temperature difference, subtract the lower temperature from the higher temperature. Use absolute values if necessary.

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What is the formula to calculate the distance between two elevations?

Back

Distance = |Elevation 1 - Elevation 2|. This formula uses absolute values to ensure the distance is always positive.

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If Tim has $362, spends $54, and deposits $82, how do you calculate his final amount?

Back

Final Amount = Initial Amount - Spent Amount + Deposited Amount. So, $362 - $54 + $82 = $390.

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What does descending mean in terms of elevation?

Back

Descending means going down in elevation. For example, if you start at sea level and go down 10 feet, your elevation is now -10 feet.

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How do you represent a depth below sea level?

Back

Depth below sea level is represented as a negative integer. For example, 10 feet below sea level is represented as -10 feet.

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What is the highest elevation in the world?

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The highest elevation in the world is 29,029 feet, which is the height of Mount Everest.

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What is the lowest elevation on Earth?

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The lowest elevation on Earth is -35,994 feet, found at the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench.

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How do you calculate the difference between the highest and lowest elevations?

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Difference = Highest Elevation - Lowest Elevation. For example, 29,029 - (-35,994) = 65,023.

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What is the significance of absolute value in integer problems?

Back

Absolute value measures the distance of a number from zero, regardless of direction. It is always a non-negative number.