Understanding Absolute Values and Integers

The video tutorial introduces rational numbers, explaining their formation from integers and their representation as ratios. It covers the concept of absolute value, emphasizing its role as a measure of distance from zero on a number line. The tutorial also demonstrates how to graph rational numbers and compare them using number lines, providing practical examples and exercises to reinforce understanding.

What is the set of numbers that includes all whole numbers and their opposites?

• Integers

• Decimals

• Rational numbers

• Fractions

Which of the following can be expressed as a ratio of two integers?

• e (Euler's number)

• Pi

• Square root of 2

• 0.75

What is the absolute value of -3?

• 6

• -3

• 0

• 3

Why is the absolute value of a number always positive?

• Because it represents a distance

• Because it is always greater than zero

• Because it is a positive integer

• Because it is a fraction

How far is the number 6 from zero on a number line?

• 12 units

• 6 units

• 0 units

• 3 units

What is the absolute value of -11.75?

• 23.5

• -11.75

• 0

• 11.75

When comparing two numbers, which direction should you read the comparison statement?

• Bottom to top

• Left to right

• Top to bottom

• Right to left

If you have a positive and a negative number, which is always greater?

• The positive number

• It depends on the numbers

• The negative number

• They are equal

Which day had the temperature closest to the freezing point of water?

• Monday

• Tuesday

• Thursday

• Wednesday

What is the absolute value of -4.6?

• -4.6

• 0

• 9.2

• 4.6