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 not a fraction or decimal.

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How do you subtract a negative integer?

Back

Subtracting a negative integer is the same as adding its positive counterpart. For example, 5 - (-3) = 5 + 3 = 8.

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What is the difference between elevation and depth?

Back

Elevation refers to how high something is above sea level, while depth refers to how low something is below sea level.

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How do you find the difference between two elevations?

Back

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

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What does it mean to borrow money in a word problem?

Back

Borrowing money means taking an amount that is needed beyond what you currently have, often represented as a negative value in calculations.

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How do you calculate temperature changes?

Back

To calculate temperature changes, subtract the change from the original temperature. For example, if the original temperature is 102 degrees and it decreases by 3 degrees, the new temperature is 102 - 3 = 99 degrees.

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What is the formula for calculating the final position after moving up and down?

Back

Final position = Initial position + (upward movements) - (downward movements).

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How do you interpret negative values in word problems?

Back

Negative values often represent a deficit or a position below a reference point, such as below sea level or owing money.

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What is the significance of zero in integer problems?

Back

Zero is the integer that separates positive numbers from negative numbers and represents a neutral point.

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How do you represent a problem involving depth below sea level?

Back

Depth below sea level is often represented as a negative integer, indicating how far below the reference point (sea level) the object is.