IM Unit 5 Lessons 1-3

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What is the definition of an integer?

Back

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

Front

How do you compare two integers?

Back

To compare two integers, determine their positions on the number line. The integer further to the left is smaller.

Front

What is the absolute value of a number?

Back

The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -4 is 4.

Front

What is the temperature scale used in most countries?

Back

The Celsius scale is commonly used, where 0 degrees is the freezing point of water and 100 degrees is the boiling point.

Front

How do you order integers from smallest to largest?

Back

To order integers, list them starting from the leftmost (smallest) to the rightmost (largest) based on their position on the number line.

Front

What is the relationship between negative numbers and their absolute values?

Back

Negative numbers have the same absolute value as their positive counterparts. For example, |-3| = 3.

Front

What does it mean for a number to be smaller than another?

Back

A number is smaller than another if it is located to the left of that number on the number line.

Front

What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?

Back

The freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius.

Front

What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

Back

The boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius.

Front

How do you find the difference between two temperatures?

Back

To find the difference between two temperatures, subtract the lower temperature from the higher temperature.