Subtracting Integers: Key Concepts and Techniques

In this video, Mr. J provides a quick review of how to subtract integers, focusing on both positive and negative numbers. He explains the concept of 'adding the opposite' to simplify subtraction problems. Two examples are provided: one involving subtracting a negative number and another involving subtracting a positive number. The video concludes with a brief summary and links to additional resources for further learning.

What is the result of subtracting a negative number from a positive number?

• The result is a larger positive number.

• The result is a negative number.

• No change occurs.

• The result is a smaller positive number.

How can subtracting integers be simplified?

• By multiplying the integers.

• By subtracting the integers directly.

• By dividing the integers.

• By adding the opposite of the integer being subtracted.

What is the equivalent operation of subtracting a negative number?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

What is the outcome of 5 minus negative 9?

• 4

• -14

• 14

• -4

What does subtracting a negative number symbolize in terms of money?

• Investing money.

• Borrowing money.

• Gaining money.

• Losing money.

What does a negative number represent in a financial context?

• Debt

• Profit

• Savings

• Investment

In the context of money, what does getting rid of a debt (subtracting a negative) do?

• Decreases your total money

• Converts your money into debt

• Increases your total money

• Has no effect on your total money

What is the result of subtracting a positive number from a negative number?

• A larger negative number.

• A larger positive number.

• A smaller negative number.

• A smaller positive number.

What does subtracting a positive number from a negative number do to the value?

• Does not change the value

• Resets the value to zero

• Decreases the value

• Increases the value

What is the final result of negative 3 minus 20?

• -17

• -23

• 23

• 17