Integers

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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 |-5| represent?

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|-5| represents the distance from -5 to 0 on a number line, which is 5.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number with the opposite sign. For example, the opposite of -3 is 3.

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How do you order integers from least to greatest?

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To order integers from least to greatest, start with the smallest number and move to the largest. For example: -9, -5, -3, 0, 3, 4.

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Where do you always start from on a number line?

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You always start from 0 on a number line.

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What is the integer representation of a withdrawal of $100?

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The integer representation of a withdrawal of $100 is -100.

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What is the absolute value of an integer?

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The absolute value of an integer is its distance from 0 on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, |-7| = 7.

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What is the sum of -4 and 6?

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The sum of -4 and 6 is 2.

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What is the difference between 3 and -2?

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The difference between 3 and -2 is 5.

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What is the product of -3 and 4?

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The product of -3 and 4 is -12.