Negative Numbers Practice

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What is a negative number?

Back

A negative number is a number that is less than zero, often used to represent a loss or a deficit.

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How do you compare negative numbers?

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To compare negative numbers, the number further to the left on the number line is smaller. For example, -5 is less than -3.

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, |-8| = 8.

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest number.

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What is the least number in the set: {-10, -20, -30}?

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The least number is -30.

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What is the greatest number in the set: {-8, -4, -1}?

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The greatest number is -1.

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How do you represent spending money in an equation?

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Spending money can be represented as a subtraction equation. For example, if you have $20 and spend $30, the equation is 20 - 30.

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What is the result of the equation: 20 - 30?

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The result is -10.

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How do you find the opposite of a negative number?

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The opposite of a negative number is its positive counterpart. For example, the opposite of -5 is 5.

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals, used to represent numbers visually.