Negative Numbers
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Lesson Summary:
In this lesson on negative numbers and absolute value, students are taught how to use negative numbers as they relate to variables on a number line. The concept of opposites is introduced and explained through examples. The absolute value of a number is also discussed, with examples given to demonstrate how to calculate absolute values. Students are then shown how to find the opposite of a number, and how to evaluate expressions involving negative numbers.
Lesson Description:
Learn how to use negative numbers, especially as they pertain to variables. They are taught using the idea of opposites on a number line. Also, learn about absolute values of numbers.
Additional Resources:
- Negative Numbers Notes - Notes on the presentation of Negative Numbers.
Questions answered by this video:
- What are opposites?
- What does -x mean?
- What is absolute value?
- What does absolute value mean?
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Staff Review
Having trouble understanding what -x means? Watch this video that helps the beginning Algebra student (or possibly pre-Algebra) understand the meaning of the - sign. Also, learn about absolute values of numbers.
