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What is the result of adding two negative integers?
What is the result of adding two negative integers?
The sum of two positive integers is always a negative integer.
The sum of two positive integers is always a negative integer.
False (B)
Explain the process of adding a positive and a negative integer.
Explain the process of adding a positive and a negative integer.
Find the absolute values of both integers, subtract the smaller from the larger, and give the result the sign of the integer with the larger absolute value.
When adding a positive and a negative integer, if the absolute value of the negative integer is greater, the result will be ______.
When adding a positive and a negative integer, if the absolute value of the negative integer is greater, the result will be ______.
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Evaluate: $(-15) + 8 = $
Evaluate: $(-15) + 8 = $
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Sum of two positive integers
Sum of two positive integers
The result of adding two positive integers, which is always positive.
Adding positive and negative integers
Adding positive and negative integers
To add a positive and a negative integer, subtract their absolute values and take the sign of the larger absolute value.
Integer operation signs
Integer operation signs
The outcome sign based on the signs of the integers in an operation (add or subtract).
Result of negative integers
Result of negative integers
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Absolute value
Absolute value
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Study Notes
Adding and Subtracting Integers
- The sum of two positive integers is a positive integer.
- A positive integer may or may not have a positive (+) symbol before it.
- To add a positive and a negative integer (or vice-versa):
- Find the absolute value of each integer.
- Subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger.
- The sign of the final answer is the same as the integer with the larger absolute value.
Integer Operations Table
- (+) + (+): Add
- (+) + (-): Subtract
- (-) + (-): Add (result is negative)
- (+) - (-): Add
- (-) - (+): Subtract (result is negative)
- (-) - (-): Subtract
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of adding and subtracting integers, including rules for combining positive and negative numbers. Test your understanding of integer operations and improve your math skills with practical examples and explanations.
