Integers Word Problems

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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.

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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, you add their absolute values. If both are negative, you add their absolute values and keep the negative sign. If one is positive and one is negative, subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger one and take the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What does it mean to subtract integers?

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Subtracting integers is the same as adding the opposite. For example, to subtract a positive integer, you add its negative counterpart.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1B

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How do you represent a loss in points in a game?

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A loss in points is represented by a negative integer.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.5

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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 zero on the number line, regardless of direction. It is always a non-negative number.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7C

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How do you find the difference between two elevations?

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To find the difference between two elevations, subtract the lower elevation from the higher elevation.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you calculate the total score in a game after multiple rounds?

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To calculate the total score, add the points earned in each round, taking into account any losses as negative values.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What does it mean to owe money?

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Owing money means having a debt that needs to be paid back to someone.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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How do you divide a debt among friends?

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To divide a debt among friends, you take the total amount owed and divide it by the number of friends helping to pay.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3