12/12 Flashcard 3 Subtracting Integers CMS

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What does it mean to subtract integers?

Back

Subtracting integers involves finding the difference between two whole numbers, which can be positive or negative.

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How do you represent subtracting a negative number?

Back

Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

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What is the result of -5 - (-3)?

Back

-5 + 3 = -2.

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What is the rule for subtracting integers?

Back

Keep the first number the same, change to addition, and use the opposite of the second number.

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How would you solve -12 - 4?

Back

-12 - 4 = -16.

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What is the result of 15 - 20?

Back

15 + (-20) = -5.

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How do you convert -9 - (-5) into an addition problem?

Back

-9 + 5.

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What is the result of -28 - (-30)?

Back

-28 + 30 = 2.

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What does it mean when a bank account is in the hole?

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It means the account balance is negative.

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If my account is at -$25 and I deposit $70, what is my new balance?

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-$25 + $70 = $45.