Budgeting with Integer Operations
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Objective
I can apply integer operations to solve real-world budgeting problems.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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When adding integers with different signs, take the greater absolute value and subtract the lesser. The answer will take the sign of the greater absolute value.
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When subtracting integers, you must add the opposite.
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When multiplying or dividing integers, the same signs result in a positive product or quotient, while different signs result in a negative product or quotient.
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Practice
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When adding integers with different signs, what determines the sign of the final answer?
Explain how subtracting a negative integer is different from subtracting a positive integer. Use an example to illustrate your explanation.
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Exit ticket
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“Create a monthly budget. You have an income of $2000. Your expenses include: Rent ($700), Groceries ($300), Transportation ($200), Utilities ($150), and Entertainment ($100). After covering these expenses, how much money do you have left? Show your work.”
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