Integer Word Problems

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What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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What does it mean to descend in terms of integers?

Back

To descend means to move downwards, which in terms of integers means to decrease the value.

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What does it mean to ascend in terms of integers?

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To ascend means to move upwards, which in terms of integers means to increase the value.

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How do you represent a position below sea level using integers?

Back

Positions below sea level are represented as negative integers.

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

Back

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

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What is the result of subtracting a negative integer from a positive integer?

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

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How do you calculate the new position after descending and ascending?

Back

To find the new position, subtract the descent from the initial position and then add the ascent.

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What is the formula to find the final temperature after changes?

Back

Final Temperature = Initial Temperature + Change in Temperature.

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How do you calculate a bank balance after overdraft and fees?

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Start with the negative balance, add the overdraft fee (as a negative), and then add any deposits.

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What does a negative score mean in a golf tournament?

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A negative score in golf indicates that the player has completed the course in fewer strokes than par.