Understanding Integers for Grade 6

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Definition of Integers

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Whole numbers and their negatives, including zero

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Examples of Positive Integers

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1, 2, 3, 4, 5, ...

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Integer Addition Rule 1

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Positive + Positive = Positive

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Integer Addition Rule 2

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Negative + Negative = Negative

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Integer Addition Rule 3

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Positive + Negative = Depends on which is larger

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Integer Subtraction Rule 1

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Subtracting a positive is like adding a negative

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Integer Subtraction Rule 2

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Subtracting a negative is like adding a positive

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Integer Subtraction Example

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5 - (-3) = 5 + 3 = 8

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Integer Addition Example

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-4 + 6 = 2

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Zero as an Integer

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Zero is neither positive nor negative