Integer word problems

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What is an integer?

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

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What does it mean to add integers?

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Adding integers involves combining their values. If both integers are positive, the result is positive. If both are negative, the result is negative. If one is positive and one is negative, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and keep the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.

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What does it mean to subtract integers?

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Subtracting integers is the same as adding the opposite. For example, to subtract a positive integer, add its negative counterpart.

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How do you represent a withdrawal from a bank account using integers?

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A withdrawal is represented as a negative integer because it decreases the account balance.

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How do you represent a deposit in a bank account using integers?

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A deposit is represented as a positive integer because it increases the account balance.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -5 is 5.

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How do you find the total balance after multiple transactions?

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To find the total balance, start with the initial amount and add or subtract each transaction accordingly.

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What is the difference between two integers?

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The difference between two integers is found by subtracting one integer from the other. For example, the difference between 5 and -3 is 5 - (-3) = 8.

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How do you calculate the distance between two elevations?

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To calculate the distance between two elevations, find the absolute difference between the two values. For example, the distance between 1803 feet and -300 feet is |1803 - (-300)| = 2103 feet.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.