Integers Review Flashcard

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. Examples include -3, 0, and 5.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number with the same absolute value but a different sign. For example, the opposite of 45 is -45.

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How do you represent a gain in sports?

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A gain is represented by a positive integer. For example, a gain of 15 yards is represented as +15 yards.

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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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.

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How do you compare absolute values?

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To compare absolute values, ignore the signs and compare the numbers. For example, |−225| > |−175| because 225 > 175.

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What is the coordinate system?

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The coordinate system is a two-dimensional system used to locate points on a plane using pairs of numbers (x, y).

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What does the coordinate (4, 3) represent?

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The coordinate (4, 3) represents a point that is 4 units to the right and 3 units up from the origin (0, 0).

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What is a true inequality?

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A true inequality is a mathematical statement that shows the relationship between two values, indicating one is greater than, less than, or equal to the other.

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How do you write an integer for a loss?

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

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What is the significance of the number zero in integers?

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Zero is an integer that represents a neutral point on the number line, separating positive and negative integers.