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Integers

This document provides an introduction to integers. It defines integers as the set of whole numbers that includes positive, negative, and zero. Integers are represented on a number line and can be compared, added, subtracted, multiplied, and divided according to specific rules. Absolute value is introduced as the distance from zero. Examples of integer applications include finance, temperature, and elevations. The key to success with integers is understanding the number line, practicing operations, and relating concepts to real-world scenarios.

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Integers

This document provides an introduction to integers. It defines integers as the set of whole numbers that includes positive, negative, and zero. Integers are represented on a number line and can be compared, added, subtracted, multiplied, and divided according to specific rules. Absolute value is introduced as the distance from zero. Examples of integer applications include finance, temperature, and elevations. The key to success with integers is understanding the number line, practicing operations, and relating concepts to real-world scenarios.

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### Class Notes: Introduction to Integers

#### I. Definition of Integers

- Integers are whole numbers that can be either positive, negative, or zero (\(\mathbb{Z} = \{\ldots, -3, -
2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, \ldots\}\)).

#### II. Positive and Negative Integers

- **Positive Integers:** Numbers greater than zero (\(\mathbb{Z}^+ = \{1, 2, 3, \ldots\}\)).

- **Negative Integers:** Numbers less than zero (\(\mathbb{Z}^- = \{\ldots, -3, -2, -1\}\)).

#### III. Number Line Representation

- **Number Line:** Visual representation of integers along a horizontal line.

```

... -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 ...

```

#### IV. Ordering Integers

- **Comparing Integers:**

- Greater than (\(>\))

- Less than (\(<\))

- Equal to (\(=\))

- **Rules for Comparing:**

- Larger magnitudes are greater.

- Positive integers are greater than negative integers.


- Zero is neither positive nor negative.

#### V. Addition and Subtraction of Integers

##### A. Rules for Addition

- **Like Signs:** Add the absolute values and keep the sign.

- \( (+a) + (+b) = +(a + b) \)

- \( (-a) + (-b) = -(a + b) \)

- **Different Signs:** Subtract the smaller absolute value from the larger and keep the sign of the larger.

- \( (+a) + (-b) = +(a - b) \) if \( a > b \)

- \( (-a) + (+b) = -(b - a) \) if \( b > a \)

##### B. Rules for Subtraction

- Subtraction is the same as adding the opposite.

- \( a - b = a + (-b) \)

#### VI. Multiplication and Division of Integers

##### A. Rules for Multiplication

- **Signs:**

- \( (+a) \times (+b) = +ab \)

- \( (-a) \times (-b) = +ab \)

- \( (+a) \times (-b) = -ab \)

- \( (-a) \times (+b) = -ab \)


##### B. Rules for Division

- **Signs:**

- \( \frac{+a}{+b} = +\frac{a}{b} \)

- \( \frac{-a}{-b} = +\frac{a}{b} \)

- \( \frac{+a}{-b} = -\frac{a}{b} \)

- \( \frac{-a}{+b} = -\frac{a}{b} \)

#### VII. Absolute Value

- **Absolute Value:** The distance of a number from zero on the number line.

- \( |a| \) represents the absolute value of \( a \).

#### VIII. Real-World Applications

- **Finance:** Representing gains and losses.

- **Temperature:** Representing above and below freezing.

- **Elevations:** Representing above and below sea level.

#### IX. Tips for Success with Integers

- **Understand the Number Line:** Visualize integers on a number line for better comprehension.

- **Practice Operations:** Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with integers.

- **Real-Life Applications:** Relate integer operations to real-world scenarios for practical


understanding.

#### X. Conclusion
- Integers form the foundation for understanding and working with whole numbers, including positive
and negative values.

- Mastery of integer operations is essential for more advanced mathematical concepts and practical
applications.

#### XI. Additional Resources

- Recommended textbooks, online resources, and practice problems for further exploration of integers.

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