Adding and Subtracting Integers
7th Grade•60 minutes•4A's
Learning Objective
I can add and subtract integers using a number line.
Key Concepts
When subtracting a positive number from a smaller positive number, the result will be a negative number.
Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding a positive number.
When adding or subtracting negative numbers, you can use a number line to visualize moving left or right from zero.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Using a number line, what is the result of 5 - 7?
2. Represent the expression -3 - 4 on a number line. What is the final result?
3. What is -1 + 5 using a number line?
...and 9 more questions
Educational Video
Adding and subtracting negative numbers | Pre-Algebra | Khan Academy
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