Adding and Subtracting Rational Numbers

Grade 645 min

aligned to Ky.7.ns.1 Apply And Extend Previous Understandings Of Addition And Subtraction To Add And Subtract Rational Numbers; Represent Addition And Subtraction On A Horizontal Or Vertical Number Line Diagram.

Learning Objective

I can add and subtract rational numbers using a number line to show my work.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Add and Subtract Rational Numbers

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œA diver is at a depth of -12.4 meters. If the diver ascends 3.5 meters, what is the new depth of the diver? Show your work on a number line. A hiker is at an elevation of -8.2 meters below sea level. If the hiker climbs up 5.6 meters, what is the new elevation of the hiker? Show your work on a number line.”

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