Adding & Subtracting Integers Formative

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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. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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What does it mean to add integers?

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Adding integers involves combining their values. If both integers are positive, the result is positive. If both are negative, the result is negative. If one is positive and one is negative, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger absolute value and take the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.

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What does it mean to subtract integers?

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What does it mean if the result of an addition problem is negative?

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If the result is negative, it means that the value is less than zero, indicating a loss or a deficit.

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What does it mean if the result of an addition problem is positive?

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If the result is positive, it means that the value is greater than zero, indicating a gain or surplus.