Instructions
Read each section carefully and write your answers in the spaces provided. Good luck!
3. Everyday Negatives
Write down 3 places where you see negative numbers in real life (e.g., temperatures, bank accounts, sea level).
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4. Operation Sort
Part A: Fill in the blanks with either "Positive" or "Negative".
- Negative × Negative = __________________
- Positive × Negative = __________________
- Negative ÷ Positive = __________________
Part B: Give one numerical example for each rule from Part A.
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Example for (Negative × Negative):
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Example for (Positive × Negative):
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Example for (Negative ÷ Positive):
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Answer Key
3. Everyday Negatives
Answers will vary. Here are some possible examples:
- Temperature (e.g., -5 degrees Celsius)
- Bank account balance (overdraft)
- Elevation (e.g., Death Valley is -86 meters below sea level)
- Goal difference in sports
- Underground parking levels (e.g., P-1, P-2)
- Quiz scores (points deducted for wrong answers)
4. Operation Sort
Part A:
- Negative × Negative = Positive
- Positive × Negative = Negative
- Negative ÷ Positive = Negative
Part B:
Examples will vary. Here are some possible correct answers:
- Example for (Negative × Negative):
-4 × -5 = 20 - Example for (Positive × Negative):
6 × -3 = -18 - Example for (Negative ÷ Positive):
-10 ÷ 2 = -5