Comparing and Ordering Integers

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What is an integer?

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

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What does it mean to compare integers?

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Comparing integers involves determining which integer is greater, less than, or equal to another integer.

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How do you represent a positive integer?

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A positive integer is represented without a sign or with a '+' sign (e.g., +5 or 5).

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How do you represent a negative integer?

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A negative integer is represented with a '-' sign (e.g., -5).

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What is zero in terms of integers?

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Zero is an integer that is neither positive nor negative.

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How do you order integers from least to greatest?

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To order integers from least to greatest, list them starting from the smallest value to the largest value.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is '>'.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is '<'.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is '='.

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If -3 and -5 are compared, which is greater?

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-3 is greater than -5.