Adding and Subtracting Integers

Front

What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

Front

What is the result of adding two negative integers?

Back

The result is always a negative integer.

Front

What is the rule for subtracting integers?

Back

To subtract an integer, add its opposite.

Front

Calculate: -8 + (-6)

Back

-14

Front

Which expression is equivalent to -3 + (-5)?

Back

-5 + (-3) is equivalent to -3 + (-5).

Front

If the temperature is -3 °F and it drops 11 degrees, what is the new temperature?

Back

-14 °F.

Front

What is the greatest value among these expressions: 3 - 7 + (-10), 3 + 7 - (-10), 3 - 7 - (-10), 3 + 7 + (-10)?

Back

3 + 7 - (-10) has the greatest value.

Front

A diver is at -30 feet and dives down 12 feet. What is her new elevation?

Back

-42 feet.

Front

What does it mean to add a negative number?

Back

Adding a negative number is the same as subtracting a positive number.

Front

What is the result of -5 - 3?

Back

-8.