Subtracting Integers

Question 1

Which best describes the solution to ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Because is an equivalent expression, the answer is –3.

Question 2

Which expression is represented by the diagram?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Negative 10 minus (negative 4)

Question 3

Francesca is working out the word problem below and wants to use compatible numbers to estimate the answer.The Statue of Liberty in New York stands on top of a foundation and a pedestal. The statue, including its foundation and pedestal, measures about 305 feet from the ground to the top of the statue’s torch. The statue herself stands 151 feet. Which equation should she use to find the height of the foundation and pedestal?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

300 –150

Question 4

How can the additive inverse be used to evaluate the problem below?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Because is an equivalent expression, the answer is 3.

Question 5

What is the solution to the expression ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

–1

Question 6

Garrett must inspect a bridge that goes over a river. He begins 18 feet above water level to inspect the lighting, descends 32 feet to inspect the base of the bridge underwater, then descends another 4 feet to check on the concrete anchoring the base. Which best represents Garrett’s position with respect to the water level?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

–18 feet

Question 7

Which expression does the graphic represent?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

8 minus 1

Question 8

Which expression is equivalent to ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

6 + 8

Question 9

The temperature of a freezer started at 18ºC. After cooling for a few hours, the freezer had a temperature of –12ºC. By how many degrees did the temperature change?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Negative 12 minus 18

Question 10

Zoey is 362 meters below sea level while visiting a part of Israel. She descends 71 meters to visit the Dead Sea. Which numbers should she use to estimate the depth, in meters, of the Dead Sea?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

–400 and –50

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