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. Examples: -3, 0, 5.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number that is the same distance from zero but in the opposite direction. For example, the opposite of -3 is 3.

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Where are negative numbers located on a number line?

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Negative numbers are located to the left of zero on a number line.

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Where are positive numbers located on a number line?

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Positive numbers are located to the right of zero on a number line.

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What does it mean if a number is above sea level?

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If a number is above sea level, it is positive. For example, 30 ft. above sea level is +30.

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What does it mean if a number is below sea level?

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If a number is below sea level, it is negative. For example, -10 ft. below sea level.

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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, | -5 | = 5.

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What is the sum of -3 and 3?

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The sum of -3 and 3 is 0.

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

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

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What is the opposite of 10?

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The opposite of 10 is -10.