Positive and Negative Numbers

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What are positive numbers?

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Positive numbers are numbers greater than zero, such as 1, 2, 3, etc.

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What are negative numbers?

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Negative numbers are numbers less than zero, such as -1, -2, -3, etc.

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What is zero?

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Zero is the integer that separates positive numbers from negative numbers on the number line.

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What happens to numbers as you move to the right on the number line?

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Numbers increase as you move to the right on the number line.

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What happens to numbers as you move to the left on the number line?

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Numbers decrease as you move to the left on the number line.

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What does a negative integer represent in real life?

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A negative integer can represent a loss, debt, or a position below a reference point, like sea level.

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What does a positive integer represent in real life?

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A positive integer can represent a gain, profit, or a position above a reference point.

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How do you represent a loss in sports using integers?

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A loss is represented by a negative integer. For example, a 10-yard loss is represented as -10.

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How do you represent a gain in sports using integers?

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A gain is represented by a positive integer. For example, a 25-yard gain is represented as +25.

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

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The result depends on the values; if the positive number is greater, the result is positive, and if the negative number is greater, the result is negative.