Integer Operations Manipulative Quiz

What problem does the integer operations manipulative aim to address in algebra classes?

• Challenges with solving equations involving negative numbers

• Difficulty in understanding multiplication

• Problems with factoring polynomials

• Issues with graphing linear equations

In the example of adding -5 and 12, why is the answer positive?

• Because the numbers cancel each other out

• Because both numbers are positive

• Because 12 is farther from zero

• Because -5 is closer to zero

What is the result of adding -5 and 12 using the manipulative?

• Negative 5

• Positive 7

• Negative 7

• Positive 5

How does the manipulative suggest handling subtraction, such as in the example of 3 - 8?

• By treating it as division

• By multiplying both numbers

• By changing it to addition of a negative

• By ignoring the negative sign

What is the final result of the operation 3 - 8 using the manipulative?

• Negative 5

• Positive 8

• Positive 5

• Negative 8