Adding and Subtracting Integers

What are integers?

• Numbers that are not whole numbers.

• Numbers that include negative numbers, positive numbers, and zero.

• Numbers that are only positive.

• Numbers that are only negative.

What is equivalent to adding a negative number?

• Adding a positive number.

• Subtracting a positive number.

• Multiplying by a negative number.

• Dividing by a positive number.

What is equivalent to subtracting a negative number?

• Adding a positive number.

• Subtracting a positive number.

• Multiplying by a negative number.

• Dividing by a positive number.

How many different types of problems or cases are there when adding or subtracting integers?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the result of 8 - 10?

• -2

• 2

• -18

• 18

Which expression is equivalent to 8 + (-5)?

• 8 - 5

• 8 + 5

• -8 + 5

• -8 - 5

What is the result of -7 + (-3)?

• -10

• 10

• -4

• 4

What is the first question to ask when adding or subtracting integers using the strategy discussed?

• Am I starting with a positive or a negative number?

• Am I making it bigger or smaller?

• Will my answer be positive, negative, or zero?

• What is the absolute value of the numbers?