Understanding Opposites and Zero

This video tutorial for sixth-grade students covers the concept of opposite numbers using a number line. It includes examples and exercises to locate and label opposites, both in mathematical and real-world contexts. The tutorial also models a real-world scenario using a number line to illustrate the concept of opposites.

What is the opposite of a number on a number line?

• A number that is twice the distance from zero

• A number that is equidistant from zero but on the opposite side

• A number that is on the same side of zero

• A number that is closer to zero

If 9 is located on the number line, what is its opposite?

• -8

• 9

• 0

• -9

What does zero represent in the context of sea level?

• 100 feet above sea level

• 100 feet below sea level

• 32 degrees Celsius

• Sea level

In the scenario of Maria's walk, what does zero represent?

• The bookstore

• Rey's Pet Shop

• Furry Friend's Pet Shop

• Central Avenue

If a credit of $15 is represented on a number line, what is its opposite?

• $15

• $0

• -$15

• $30

What does zero represent in the context of a bank account transaction?

• A withdrawal of $25

• No change in the account balance

• A debit of $15

• A credit of $15

How would you represent 20 degrees Celsius below zero on a number line?

• 10

• 0

• -20

• 20

What integer represents five protons?

• 10

• 5

• 0

• -5

What integer represents three electrons?

• 3

• -3

• 0

• 6

In the context of temperature, what does zero represent?

• 20 degrees Celsius above zero

• 20 degrees Celsius below zero

• 0 degrees Celsius

• 32 degrees Celsius