Integers Word Problems

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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How do you represent a temperature change mathematically?

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Temperature changes can be represented using positive and negative integers, where positive indicates an increase and negative indicates a decrease.

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What is the result of adding a positive integer and a negative integer?

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The result is the difference between the two integers, with the sign of the larger absolute value determining the sign of the result.

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How do you calculate the total change in temperature over a period of time?

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To calculate the total change in temperature, sum all the individual temperature changes, taking care to use the correct signs for increases and decreases.

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What does it mean for a temperature to be below zero?

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A temperature below zero indicates that it is colder than the freezing point of water, and is represented by negative integers.

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How do you find the overall change in field position in a football game?

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To find the overall change in field position, sum the yards gained and lost, using positive integers for gains and negative integers for losses.

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What is the significance of the negative sign in temperature and financial withdrawals?

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The negative sign indicates a loss or decrease, such as a drop in temperature or money taken out of an account.

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How do you interpret a word problem involving integers?

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Identify the quantities involved, determine whether they represent increases or decreases, and translate the situation into a mathematical expression.

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What is the formula for calculating total withdrawals from a savings account?

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Total withdrawals can be calculated by multiplying the amount withdrawn each time by the number of times it was withdrawn.

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How do you represent a shark swimming below the surface of the ocean?

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The depth of the shark can be represented as a negative integer, indicating its position below the surface.