Adding and Subtracting Integers

Front

What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

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What does it mean to add two negative integers?

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When adding two negative integers, the result is a more negative integer. For example, -3 + (-4) = -7.

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What is the rule for subtracting a negative integer?

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Subtracting a negative integer is the same as adding its positive counterpart. For example, -5 - (-3) = -5 + 3 = -2.

Front

Calculate: -14 + (-3)

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-17

Front

Calculate: -7 - (-5)

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-2

Front

Calculate: -3 - 2

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-5

Front

Calculate: -4 + 10 + (-2)

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4

Front

Calculate: 8 - 13

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-5

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What is the result of adding a positive integer to a negative integer?

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The result depends on the absolute values of the integers. If the positive integer is larger, the result is positive; if the negative integer is larger, the result is negative.

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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, |-5| = 5.