Arithmetic Operations with Integers

One way to add integers is to use a number line. To add a positive integer, move to the right. To add a negative integer, move to the left.

Learn more about arithmetic operations with integers by reading the explanation below.

Adding numbers with the same sign If two numbers have the same sign, add their absolute value and use the sign of the numbers

Adding numbers with different signs If two numbers have different signs, find the difference of their absolute values and use the sign of the number with the greater absolute value

Opposites The sum of a number and its opposite is zero

 

Read the explanation below to learn more about arithmetic operations with integers.

Arithmetic Operations with Integers


Practice: Answer the following exercises about arithmetic operations with integers.

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