Comparing and Ordering Integers

In this video, Mrs. Ross introduces a lesson on comparing integers, part of a unit on operations with positive and negative numbers. The lesson focuses on understanding integers, using comparison symbols, and ordering integers. Mrs. Ross provides examples and a memory aid involving alligators to help students remember the comparison symbols. The video concludes with instructions for an assignment on comparing and ordering integers, including using absolute values.

What is the main focus of today's lesson in the unit on integers?

• Comparing integers

• Adding and subtracting integers

• Multiplying integers

• Dividing integers

Which symbol would you use to show that 12 is less than 37?

• Greater than (>)

• Less than (<)

• Equal to (=)

• Not equal to (≠)

In the alligator analogy, what does the alligator represent?

• The smaller number

• The number zero

• The larger number

• The equal number

If you have the numbers 74 and 58, which number should the open side of the comparison symbol face?

• Neither number

• Both numbers

• 58

• 74

When comparing -3 and -6, which is considered the larger number?

• Cannot be determined

• -3

• -6

• They are equal

What is the first step in ordering a set of integers from least to greatest?

• Identify the smallest number

• Identify the largest number

• Arrange them randomly

• Add them together

Which of the following is the correct order from least to greatest: -4, 0, 5, 2?

• -4, 0, 2, 5

• 0, -4, 2, 5

• 5, 2, 0, -4

• 2, 5, 0, -4

What is the absolute value of -10?

• 10

• 0

• 20

• -10

Which number is further from zero: -7 or -2?

• They are equally far

• -2

• Cannot be determined

• -7

What should you do if you need help with the assignment?

• Skip the assignment

• Ask a friend to do it

• Leave a comment or message

• Guess the answers