When we subtract same signs what is the rule?
Does the first number, whether negative or positive, ever change when we are subtracting integers?
NO
-6+(-5)=
-11
Write a problem showing a negative plus negative.
example -5+-5=-10
If it is a big minus small problem what kind of answer will you get?
Positive
-14-(-7)=
-7
When you are adding different signs what operation will you do?
subtract
When it is a small minus big problem what kind of answer will you get?
4-(-16)
20
When you are adding a negative and a positive number, will the answer be positive or negative?
Which ever number has the greatest absolute value
What is the rule for subtracting different signs?
Do the opposite of the sign.
-5.3+(-2.4)
-7.7
-5-(-1.08)
-6.08