Subtracting Integers

Front

What is subtracting a negative integer equivalent to?

Back

Subtracting a negative integer is equivalent to adding its positive counterpart.

Front

What is the result of 11 - (-2)?

Back

13

Front

What is the result of 12 - 16?

Back

-4

Front

What is the result of 4 - 9?

Back

-5

Front

How do you rewrite the expression 7 - (-6)?

Back

7 + 6

Front

What is the result of -14 - (-14)?

Back

0

Front

What does the term 'integer' refer to?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

Front

What is the rule for subtracting integers?

Back

To subtract an integer, add its opposite.

Front

What is the result of 5 - 3?

Back

2

Front

What is the result of -5 - 3?

Back

-8