Integers and absolute values

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, |-4| = 4 and |3| = 3.

Front

How do you order integers from greatest to least?

Back

To order integers from greatest to least, compare their values and arrange them starting from the highest value to the lowest.

Front

How do you order integers from least to greatest?

Back

To order integers from least to greatest, compare their values and arrange them starting from the lowest value to the highest.

Front

What is the absolute value of -10?

Back

The absolute value of -10 is 10, written as |-10| = 10.

Front

Which is greater: -2 or -5?

Back

-2 is greater than -5 because it is closer to zero on the number line.

Front

What integer represents sea level?

Back

The integer that represents sea level is 0.

Front

What integer represents 100 meters below sea level?

Back

The integer that represents 100 meters below sea level is -100.

Front

Which integer is closer to zero: -3 or +5?

Back

-3 is closer to zero than +5.

Front

What is the greatest absolute value among |-2|, |-4|, |3|, and |-5|?

Back

The greatest absolute value is |-5|, which equals 5.