Subtracting Integers and Their Opposites

Matt with Mr. J explains how to subtract integers by adding the opposite. He demonstrates this with two examples: negative nine minus seven and six minus negative three. The video concludes with a quick review and a link to a more detailed explanation.

What is the method used to simplify subtracting integers?

• Subtracting the same number

• Multiplying by zero

• Adding the opposite

• Dividing by two

What is the result of negative nine minus seven?

• Positive sixteen

• Negative sixteen

• Zero

• Negative two

In the example of negative nine minus seven, what is the opposite of positive seven?

• Zero

• Negative nine

• Negative seven

• Positive seven

What is the result of six minus negative three?

• Three

• Negative three

• Zero

• Nine

In the example of six minus negative three, what is the opposite of negative three?

• Six

• Positive three

• Zero

• Negative three