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, but not a fraction or decimal.

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What is the result of adding a positive integer and a negative integer?

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The result depends on the absolute values of the integers. If the positive integer is larger, the result is positive; if the negative integer is larger, the result is negative.

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What is the sum of 10 + (-4)?

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6

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What is the sum of -3 + (-2)?

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-5

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What is the sum of -18 + (-6)?

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-24

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What is the sum of 33 + (-38)?

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-5

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What is the sum of -2 + 4?

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2

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How do you subtract integers?

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To subtract an integer, add its opposite. For example, a - b is the same as a + (-b).

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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. For example, |-5| = 5.

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What happens when you add zero to an integer?

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Adding zero to an integer does not change its value. For example, 5 + 0 = 5.