6.3 Integers

Front

What is an integer?

Back

An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

Front

What is the absolute value of a number?

Back

The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -5 is 5.

Front

Which integer represents a loss of $75?

Back

The integer that represents a loss of $75 is -75.

Front

What does -35 represent in a real-world context?

Back

-35 can represent a situation like being 35 feet below sea level or losing 35 points in a game.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an integer: 0, 3.5, -6.8, or 5/3?

Back

3.5, -6.8, and 5/3 are not integers; only 0 is an integer.

Front

How do you find the absolute value of -8?

Back

The absolute value of -8 is 8, as it is 8 units away from zero.

Front

What is the absolute value of 5?

Back

The absolute value of 5 is 5.

Front

Which points on the number line have an absolute value greater than 2?

Back

The points with an absolute value greater than 2 are -3, -4, 3, and 4.

Front

If a fish swims 35 feet below sea level, how is this represented in integers?

Back

This situation is represented by -35.

Front

What is the absolute value of -5 and 5?

Back

The absolute value of both -5 and 5 is 5.