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Chapter 3: Integers

407 problems · 64 figures

Be Prepared 3.1 §3.1 source ↗

Plot 0,1,and3 on a number line.
If you missed this problem, review Example 1.1.
Example 1.1 in the book ↗

Answer

A horizontal number line shows integers from -5 to 5. Orange dots are placed at 0, 1, and 3.

Be Prepared 3.2 §3.1 source ↗

Fill in the appropriate symbol: (=, <, or >):2___4
If you missed this problem, review Example 2.3.
Example 2.3 in the book ↗

Answer

<

Try It 3.1 §3.1 source ↗

Plot the numbers on a number line.

ⓐ 1

ⓑ −1

ⓒ −4

Answer


This figure is a number line. The point negative 4 is labeled with the letter c, the point negative 1 is labeled with the letter b, and the point 1 is labeled with the letter a.

Try It 3.2 §3.1 source ↗

Plot the numbers on a number line.

ⓐ −4

ⓑ 4

ⓐ −1

Answer


This figure is a number line. The point negative 4 is labeled with the letter a, the point negative 1 is labeled with the letter c, and the point 4 is labeled with the letter b.

Try It 3.3 §3.1 source ↗

Order each of the following pairs of numbers using < or >.

ⓐ 15___7

ⓑ −2___5

ⓒ −3___−7

ⓓ 5___−17

Answer

ⓐ >

ⓑ <

ⓒ >

ⓓ >

Try It 3.4 §3.1 source ↗

Order each of the following pairs of numbers using < or >.

ⓐ 8___13

ⓑ 3___−4

ⓒ −5___−2

ⓓ 9___−21

Answer

ⓐ <

ⓑ >

ⓒ <

ⓓ >

Try It 3.5 §3.1 source ↗

Find the opposite of each number:

ⓐ 4

ⓑ −3

Answer

ⓐ −4

ⓑ 3

Try It 3.6 §3.1 source ↗

Find the opposite of each number:

ⓐ 8

ⓑ −5

Answer

ⓐ −8

ⓑ 5

Try It 3.7 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

−(−1)

Answer

1

Try It 3.8 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

−(−5)

Answer

5

Try It 3.9 §3.1 source ↗

Evaluate −n:

ⓐ whenn=4

ⓑ whenn=−4

Answer

ⓐ −4

ⓑ 4

Try It 3.10 §3.1 source ↗

Evaluate: −m:

ⓐ whenm=11

ⓑ whenm=−11

Answer

ⓐ −11

ⓑ 11

Try It 3.11 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ |12|

ⓑ −|−28|

Answer

ⓐ 12

ⓑ −28

Try It 3.12 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ |9|

ⓑ −|37|

Answer

ⓐ 9

ⓑ −37

Try It 3.13 §3.1 source ↗

Evaluate:

ⓐ |x|whenx= −17

ⓑ |−y|wheny= −39

ⓒ − |m|whenm= 22

ⓓ − |p|whenp= −11

Answer

ⓐ 17

ⓑ 39

ⓒ −22

ⓓ −11

Try It 3.14 §3.1 source ↗

ⓐ |y|wheny= −23

ⓑ |− y|wheny= −21

ⓒ − |n|whenn= 37

ⓓ − |q|whenq= −49

Answer

ⓐ 23

ⓑ 21

ⓒ −37

ⓓ −49

Try It 3.15 §3.1 source ↗

Fill in <, >, or= for each of the following:

ⓐ |−9|___− |−9|

ⓑ 2___−|−2|

ⓒ −8___|−8|

ⓓ −|−5|___−5

Answer

ⓐ >

ⓑ >

ⓒ <

ⓓ =

Try It 3.16 §3.1 source ↗

Fill in <, >, or= for each of the following:

ⓐ 7___−|−7|

ⓑ − |−11|___−11

ⓒ |−4|___− |−4|

ⓓ −1___|−1|

Answer

ⓐ >

ⓑ =

ⓒ >

ⓓ <

Try It 3.17 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ |12−9|

ⓑ 3|−6|

Answer

ⓐ 3

ⓑ 18

Try It 3.18 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ |27−16|

ⓑ 9|−7|

Answer

ⓐ 11

ⓑ 63

Try It 3.19 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify: |1+8|−|2+5|

Answer

2

Try It 3.20 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify: |9−5|−|7−6|

Answer

3

Try It 3.21 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify: 19− |11− 4(3−1)|

Answer

16

Try It 3.22 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify: 9− |8− 4(7−5)|

Answer

9

Try It 3.23 §3.1 source ↗

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers:

ⓐ the opposite of positive nine

ⓑ the opposite of −15

ⓒ negative twenty

ⓓ eleven minus negative four

Answer

ⓐ −9

ⓑ 15

ⓒ −20

ⓓ 11−(−4)

Try It 3.24 §3.1 source ↗

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers:

ⓐ the opposite of negative nineteen

ⓑ the opposite of twenty-two

ⓒ negative nine

ⓓ negative eight minus negative five

Answer

ⓐ 19

ⓑ −22

ⓒ −9

ⓓ −8−(−5)

Try It 3.25 §3.1 source ↗

Translate into an expression with integers:

The football team had a gain of 5yards.

Answer

5 yards

Try It 3.26 §3.1 source ↗

Translate into an expression with integers:

The scuba diver was 30feet below the surface of the water.

Answer

−30 feet

3.1-1 §3.1 source ↗

Locate Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

For the following exercises, draw a number line and locate and label the given points on that number line.

ⓐ 2

ⓑ −2

ⓒ −5

Answer


This figure is a number line. Negative 5 is labeled with c, two units to the left of 0 is labeled b, and two units to the right of 0 is labeled a.

3.1-3 §3.1 source ↗

Locate Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

For the following exercises, draw a number line and locate and label the given points on that number line.

ⓐ −8

ⓑ 8

ⓒ −6

Answer


This figure is a number line. Negative 8 is labeled a, negative 6 is labeled c, and 5 is labeled b.

3.1-5 §3.1 source ↗

Order Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

In the following exercises, order each of the following pairs of numbers, using < or >.

ⓐ 9__4

ⓑ −3__6

ⓒ −8__−2

ⓓ 1__−10

Answer

ⓐ >

ⓑ <

ⓒ <

ⓓ >

3.1-7 §3.1 source ↗

Order Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

In the following exercises, order each of the following pairs of numbers, using < or >.

ⓐ −5__1;

ⓑ −4__−9;

ⓒ 6__10;

ⓓ 3__−8

Answer

ⓐ <

ⓑ >

ⓒ <

ⓓ >

3.1-9 §3.1 source ↗

Find Opposites

In the following exercises, find the opposite of each number.

ⓐ 2

ⓑ −6

Answer

ⓐ −2

ⓑ 6

3.1-11 §3.1 source ↗

Find Opposites

In the following exercises, find the opposite of each number.

ⓐ −8

ⓑ 1

Answer

ⓐ 8

ⓑ −1

3.1-13 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

− ( −4 )

Answer

4

3.1-15 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

− ( −15 )

Answer

15

3.1-17 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate.

−mwhen

ⓐ m=3

ⓑ m=−3

Answer

ⓐ −3

ⓑ 3

3.1-19 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate.

−cwhen

ⓐ c=12

ⓑ c=−12

Answer

ⓐ −12;

ⓑ 12

3.1-21 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Absolute Value

In the following exercises, simplify each absolute value expression.

ⓐ |7|

ⓑ |−25|

ⓒ|0|

Answer

ⓐ 7

ⓑ 25

ⓒ 0

3.1-23 §3.1 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Absolute Value

In the following exercises, simplify each absolute value expression.

ⓐ |−32|

ⓑ |−18|

ⓒ |16|

Answer

ⓐ 32

ⓑ 18

ⓒ 16

3.1-25 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate each absolute value expression.

ⓐ |x|whenx= −28

ⓑ |− u|whenu= −15

Answer

ⓐ 28

ⓑ 15

3.1-27 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate each absolute value expression.

ⓐ − |p|whenp= 19

ⓑ − |q|whenq= −33

Answer

ⓐ −19

ⓑ −33

3.1-29 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, fill in <, >, or= to compare each expression.

ⓐ −6__|−6|

ⓑ −|−3|__−3

Answer

ⓐ <

ⓑ =

3.1-31 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, fill in <, >, or= to compare each expression.

ⓐ |−3|__−|−3|

ⓑ 4__−|−4|

Answer

ⓐ >

ⓑ >

3.1-33 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

| 8 − 4 |

Answer

4

3.1-35 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

8 | −7 |

Answer

56

3.1-37 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

|15− 7|− |14− 6|

Answer

0

3.1-39 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

18 − | 2 ( 8 − 3 ) |

Answer

8

3.1-41 §3.1 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

8 ( 14 − 2 | −2 | )

Answer

80

3.1-43 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

ⓐ the opposite of 8

ⓑ the opposite of −6

ⓒ negative three

ⓓ 4 minus negative 3

Answer

ⓐ −8

ⓑ −(−6), or 6

ⓒ −3

ⓓ 4−(−3)

3.1-45 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

ⓐ the opposite of 20

ⓑ the opposite of −5

ⓒ negative twelve

ⓓ 18 minus negative 7

Answer

ⓐ −20

ⓑ −(−5), or 5

ⓒ −12

ⓓ 18−(−7)

3.1-47 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

a temperature of 6degrees below zero

Answer

−6 degrees

3.1-49 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

an elevation of 40feet below sea level

Answer

−40 feet

3.1-51 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

a football play loss of 12yards

Answer

−12 yards

3.1-53 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

a stock gain of $3

Answer

$3

3.1-55 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

a golf score one above par

Answer

+1

3.1-57 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

Elevation The highest elevation in the United States is Mount McKinley, Alaska, at 20,320feet above sea level. The lowest elevation is Death Valley, California, at 282feet below sea level. Use integers to write the elevation of:

ⓐ Mount McKinley

ⓑ Death Valley

Answer

ⓐ 20,320 feet

ⓑ −282 feet

3.1-59 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

State budgets In June, 2011, the state of Pennsylvania estimated it would have a budget surplus of $540 million. That same month, Texas estimated it would have a budget deficit of $27 billion. Use integers to write the budget:

ⓐ surplus

ⓑ deficit

Answer

ⓐ $540 million

ⓑ −$27 billion

3.1-61 §3.1 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases into Expressions with Integers

Translate each phrase into an expression with integers. Do not simplify.

Give an example of a negative number from your life experience.

Answer

Sample answer: I have experienced negative temperatures.

Be Prepared 3.3 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate x+8 when x=6.
If you missed this problem, review Example 2.13.
Example 2.13 in the book ↗

Answer

14

Be Prepared 3.3 (b) §3.2 source ↗

Simplify: 8+2(5+1).
If you missed this problem, review Example 2.8.
Example 2.8 in the book ↗

Answer

20

Be Prepared 3.3 (c) §3.2 source ↗

Translate the sum of 3 and negative 7 into an algebraic expression.
If you missed this problem, review Table 2.7
Table 2.7 in the book ↗
Operation Phrase Expression
Addition a plus b
the sum of a and b
a increased by b
b more than a
the total of a and b
b added to a
a+b
Subtraction a minus b
the difference of a and b
b subtracted from a
a decreased by b
b less than a
a−b
Multiplication a times b
the product of a and b
a⋅b, ab, a(b), (a)(b)
Division a divided by b
the quotient of a and b
the ratio of a and b
b divided into a
a÷b, a/b, ab, ba

Answer

3 + ( − 7 )

Try It 3.27 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression.

2+4

Answer


This figure has six pink circles in a row, representing positive counters. The first two circles are separated from the following four circles.


6

Try It 3.28 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression.

2+5

Answer


This figure has seven pink circles in a row, representing positive counters. Two circles are separated from the following 5 circles.


7

Try It 3.29 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression.

−2+(−4)

Answer


This figure shows a row of 6 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. They are grouped by 2 circles followed by 4 circles.


−6

Try It 3.30 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression.

−2+(−5)

Answer


This figure shows a row of 7 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. They are grouped by 2 circles followed by 5 circles.


−7

Try It 3.31 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression, and then simplify:

2+(−4)

Answer


This figure shows two rows of counter circles. The first row has 2 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The second row has 4 light pink circles, representing positive counters.


−2

Try It 3.32 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression, and then simplify:

2+(−5)

Answer


This figure shows two rows of counter circles. The first row has 2 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The second row has 5 dark pink circles, representing negative counters.


−3

Try It 3.33 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression, and then simplify:

(−2)+4

Answer


This figure shows two rows of counter circles. The first row has 2 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The second row has 4 dark pink circles, representing negative counters.


2

Try It 3.34 §3.2 source ↗

Model the expression:

(−2)+5

Answer


This figure shows two rows of counters. The first row shows 2 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The second row has 5 light pink circles, representing negative counters. The neutral pairs of one positive and one negative counter are circled leaving three positive counters.


3

Try It 3.35 §3.2 source ↗

Model each addition.

ⓐ 3 + 4

ⓑ −1 + 4

ⓒ 4 + (−6)

ⓓ −2 + (−2)

Answer

ⓐ
Two distinct groups of dark-outlined gray circles are displayed on a white background: a set of three on the left and a set of five on the right.

ⓑ
A dark blue circle stands alone, followed by four lighter grey circles in a row, all aligned horizontally on a white background.

ⓒ
An abstract image featuring two rows of dark grey oval shapes, with three on the left and five on the right, against a stark white background.

ⓓ
Four dark gray circles, arranged in two pairs, against a white background, suggesting a simple pattern or abstract design.

Try It 3.36 §3.2 source ↗

ⓐ 5 + 1

ⓑ −3 + 7

ⓒ 2 + (−8)

ⓓ −3 + (−4)

Answer

ⓐ
Six gray circles, five connected in a row and one separate, suggesting a multi-step process or selectable items.

ⓑ
A row of dark grey and light grey oval shapes on a white background, with a gap separating the first two darker shapes from the subsequent lighter shapes.

ⓒ
An abstract pattern featuring a row of oval shapes. Two lighter grey ovals are on the left, separated by a white space from nine darker, blue-grey ovals that continue to the right.

ⓓ
An abstract image showing eight dark grey-blue circles in two sets of four, with subtle connections, on a white background.

Try It 3.37 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ 15+(−32)

ⓑ −19+76

Answer

ⓐ −17

ⓑ 57

Try It 3.38 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ −55+9

ⓑ 43+(−17)

Answer

ⓐ −46

ⓑ 26

Try It 3.39 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−31+(−19)

Answer

−50

Try It 3.40 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−42+(−28)

Answer

−70

Try It 3.41 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−2+5(−4+7)

Answer

13

Try It 3.42 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−4+2(−3+5)

Answer

0

Try It 3.43 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate each expression for the given values:

x+5when

ⓐ x=−3and

ⓑ x=−17

Answer

ⓐ 2

ⓑ −12

Try It 3.44 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate each expression for the given values: y+7 when

ⓐ y=−5

ⓑ y=−8

Answer

ⓐ 2

ⓑ −1

Try It 3.45 §3.2 source ↗

When n=−8, evaluate

ⓐ n+2

ⓑ −n+2

Answer

ⓐ −6

ⓑ 10

Try It 3.46 §3.2 source ↗

Wheny= −9, evaluate

ⓐ y+8

ⓑ −y+8.

Answer

ⓐ −1

ⓑ 17

Try It 3.47 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate the expression:

a+ 2bwhena= −19andb= 14.

Answer

9

Try It 3.48 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate the expression:

5p+ qwhenp= 4andq= −7.

Answer

13

Try It 3.49 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate:

(x+y)2 when x=−15 and y=29.

Answer

196

Try It 3.50 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate:

(x+y)3 when x=−8 and y=10.

Answer

8

Try It 3.51 §3.2 source ↗

Translate and simplify the expression:

the sum of −7 and 4

Answer

−7 + 4 = −3

Try It 3.52 §3.2 source ↗

Translate and simplify the expression:

the sum of −8 and −6

Answer

−8 + (−6) = −14

Try It 3.53 §3.2 source ↗

Translate and simplify:

the sum of 9 and −16, increased by 4.

Answer

[9 + (−16)] + 4 = −3

Try It 3.54 §3.2 source ↗

Translate and simplify:

the sum of −8 and −12, increased by 7.

Answer

[−8 + (−12)] + 7 = −13

Try It 3.55 §3.2 source ↗

The temperature in Chicago at 5 A.M. was 10degrees below zero Celsius. Six hours later, it had warmed up 14 degrees Celsius. What is the temperature at 11 A.M.?

Answer

4 degrees Celsius

Try It 3.56 §3.2 source ↗

A scuba diver was swimming 16 feet below the surface and then dove down another 17 feet. What is her new depth?

Answer

−33 feet

Try It 3.57 §3.2 source ↗

The Bears took possession of the football on their 20-yard line. In the next three plays, they lost 9 yards, gained 7 yards, then lost 4 yards. On what yard line was the ball at the end of those three plays?

Answer

14-yard line

Try It 3.58 §3.2 source ↗

The Chargers began with the football on their 25-yard line. They gained 5 yards, lost 8 yards and then gained 15 yards on the next three plays. Where was the ball at the end of these plays?

Answer

37-yard line

3.2-63 §3.2 source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the expression to simplify.

7 + 4

Answer


This figure shows a row of 11 light pink circles, representing positive counters. They are separated into a group of seven and a group of four.


11

3.2-65 §3.2 source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the expression to simplify.

−6 + ( −3 )

Answer


This figure shows a row of 9 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. They are separated into a group of six and a group of three.


−9

3.2-67 §3.2 source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the expression to simplify.

−7 + 5

Answer


This figure shows two rows of circles. The top row shows 7 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The bottom row shows 5 light pink circles, representing positive counters.


−2

3.2-69 §3.2 source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the expression to simplify.

8 + ( −7 )

Answer


This figure shows two rows of circles. The top row shows 8 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The bottom row shows 7 light pink circles, representing negative counters.


1

3.2-71 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−21 + ( −59 )

Answer

−80

3.2-73 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

48 + ( −16 )

Answer

32

3.2-75 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−200 + 65

Answer

−135

3.2-77 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

2 + ( −8 ) + 6

Answer

0

3.2-79 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−14 + ( −12 ) + 4

Answer

−22

3.2-81 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

135+ (−110)+ 83

Answer

108

3.2-83 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−32+ 24+ (−6)+ 10

Answer

−4

3.2-85 §3.2 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

19 + 2 ( −3 + 8 )

Answer

29

3.2-87 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

x+8 when

ⓐ x=−26

ⓑ x=−95

Answer

ⓐ −18

ⓑ −87

3.2-89 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

y+(−14) when

ⓐ y=−33

ⓑ y=30

Answer

ⓐ −47

ⓑ 16

3.2-91 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

When a=−7, evaluate:

ⓐ a+3

ⓑ −a+3

Answer

ⓐ −4

ⓑ 10

3.2-93 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

When c=−9, evaluate:

ⓐ c+(−4)

ⓑ −c+(−4)

Answer

ⓐ −13

ⓑ 5

3.2-95 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

m+n when, m=−15, n=7

Answer

−8

3.2-97 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

r−3s when, r=16, s=2

Answer

10

3.2-99 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

(a+b)2 when, a=−7, b=15

Answer

64

3.2-101 §3.2 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

(x+y)2 when, x=−3, y=14

Answer

121

3.2-103 §3.2 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

The sum of −14 and 5

Answer

−14 + 5 = −9

3.2-105 §3.2 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

8 more than −2

Answer

−2 + 8 = 6

3.2-107 §3.2 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

−10 added to −15

Answer

−15 + (−10) = −25

3.2-109 §3.2 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

6 more than the sum of −1 and −12

Answer

[−1 + (−12)] + 6 = −7

3.2-111 §3.2 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

the sum of 10 and −19, increased by 4

Answer

[10 + (−19)] + 4 = −5

3.2-113 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Temperature The temperature in St. Paul, Minnesota was −19°F at sunrise. By noon the temperature had risen 26°F. What was the temperature at noon?

Answer

7°F

3.2-115 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Credit Cards Lupe owes $73 on her credit card. Then she charges $45 more. What is the new balance?

Answer

−$118

3.2-117 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Football A team lost 3 yards the first play. Then they lost 2 yards, gained 1 yard, and then lost 4 yards. What was the change in overall yardage over the four plays?

Answer

−8 yards

3.2-119 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Football The Rams took possession of the football on their own 35-yard line. In the next three plays, they lost 12 yards, gained 8 yards, then lost 6 yards. On what yard line was the ball at the end of those three plays?

Answer

25-yard line

3.2-121 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Scuba Diving A scuba diver swimming 8 feet below the surface dove 17 feet deeper; the pressure got to them and they rose five feet. What is their new depth?

Answer

20 feet

3.2-123 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Stock Market The week of September 15, 2008, was one of the most volatile weeks ever for the U.S. stock market. The change in the Dow Jones Industrial Average each day was:

Monday −504 Tuesday + 142 Wednesday −449 Thursday + 410 Friday + 369

What was the overall change for the week?

Answer

−32

3.2-125 §3.2 source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Explain why the sum of −8 and 2 is negative, but the sum of 8 and −2 and is positive.

Answer

Sample answer: In the first case, there are more negatives so the sum is negative. In the second case, there are more positives so the sum is positive.

Be Prepared 3.4 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify: 12−(8−1).
If you missed this problem, review Example 2.8.
Example 2.8 in the book ↗

Answer

5

Be Prepared 3.5 §3.3 source ↗

Translate the difference of 20 and −15 into an algebraic expression.
If you missed this problem, review Example 1.36.
Example 1.36 in the book ↗

Answer

20 − ( − 15 )

Be Prepared 3.6 §3.3 source ↗

Add: −18+7.
If you missed this problem, review Example 3.20.
Example 3.20 in the book ↗

Answer

- 11

Try It 3.59 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

6−4

Answer


This figure shows a row of 6 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first four are circled.


2

Try It 3.60 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

7−4

Answer


This figure shows a row of 7 light pink circles representing positive counters. The first four counters are circled.


3

Try It 3.61 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

−6−(−4)

Answer


This figure shows a row of 6 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The last four counters are circled.


−2

Try It 3.62 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

−7−(−4)

Answer


This figure is a row of 7 dark pink circles representing negative counters. The first four counters are circled.


−3

Try It 3.63 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

−6−4

Answer


This figure shows a row of 10 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The first six counters are separated from the last four. Below the dark pink circles are four light pink circles, representing positive counters. These four positive counters are circled.


−10

Try It 3.64 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

−7−4

Answer


This figure shows a row of 11 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The first seven counters are separated from the last four. Below the dark pink circles are four light pink circles, representing positive counters. These four positive counters are circled.


−11

Try It 3.65 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

6−(−4)

Answer


This figure shows a row of 10 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first six counters are separated from the last four. Below the light pink circles are four dark pink circles, representing negative counters. These four negative counters are circled.


10

Try It 3.66 §3.3 source ↗

Model the expression:

7−(−4)

Answer


This figure shows a row of 11 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first seven counters are separated from the last four. Below the light pink circles are four dark pink circles, representing negative counters. These four negative counters are circled.


11

Try It 3.67 §3.3 source ↗

Model each subtraction.

ⓐ 7 - (-8)

ⓑ -7 - (-2)

ⓒ 4 - 1

ⓓ -6 - 8

Answer

ⓐ

An illustration featuring two rows of circles. The bottom row shows seven dark gray circles enclosed by an oval with a left-pointing arrow, indicating a selected group or a process.


ⓑ

A row of seven grey circles, with the last two circled together and an arrow indicating a loop back to them, symbolizing repetition or a recurring cycle in a sequence.


ⓒ

A circular arrow highlights one grey circle in a row of four, indicating focus or a looping action on that specific element.


ⓓ

A diagram showing a row of 7 light grey circles encircled by an oval with a looping arrow, beneath two rows of 7 dark grey circles each.

Try It 3.68 §3.3 source ↗

Model each subtraction.

ⓐ 4 - (-6)

ⓑ -8 - (-1)

ⓒ 7 - 3

ⓓ -4 - 2

Answer

ⓐ

The image shows ten light grey circles in the top row, separated into groups of four and six. Below them are six darker grey circles, which are enclosed by an oval and have a curved arrow beneath.


ⓑ

An illustration of a finite automaton with eight states, where the final state has a self-loop, often representing an accepting or terminal state.


ⓒ

A sequence of gray circles, with the last three enclosed in an oval loop, suggesting a repeating pattern or iterative process. Four circles appear sequentially, followed by three that are part of a cycle.


ⓓ

An illustration featuring a row of dark grey circles, with two lighter grey circles below, encircled by an oval with a curved arrow pointing left.

Try It 3.69 §3.3 source ↗

Model each subtraction expression.

ⓐ 7−9

ⓑ −5−(−9)

Answer

ⓐ

This figure shows a row of 9 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first seven are separated from the last two. The entire row is circled. Below the last two light pink circles is a row of two dark pink circles, representing negative counters.


−2
ⓑ

This figure shows a row of 9 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The first five are separated from the last four. The entire row is circled. Below the last four dark pink circles is a row of four light pink circles, representing positive counters.


4

Try It 3.70 §3.3 source ↗

Model each subtraction expression.

ⓐ 4−7

ⓑ −7−(−10)

Answer

ⓐ

This figure shows a row of seven light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first four are separated from the last three. The entire row is circled. Below the last three light pink circles is a row of three dark pink circles, representing negative counters.


−3
ⓑ

This figure shows a row of 10 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The first seven are separated from the last three. The entire row is circled. Below the last three dark pink circles is a row of three light pink circles, representing positive counters.


3

Try It 3.71 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ 21− 13and21+ (−13)

ⓑ −11− 7and−11+ (−7)

Answer

ⓐ 8, 8

ⓑ −18, −18

Try It 3.72 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ 15− 7and15+ (−7)

ⓑ −14− 8and−14+ (−8)

Answer

ⓐ 8, 8

ⓑ −22, −22

Try It 3.73 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ 6− (−13)and6+ 13

ⓑ −5− (−1)and−5+ 1

Answer

ⓐ 19, 19

ⓑ −4, −4

Try It 3.74 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify each expression:

ⓐ 4− (−19)and4+ 19

ⓐ −4− (−7)and−4+ 7

Answer

ⓐ 23, 23

ⓑ 3, 3

Try It 3.75 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−67−(−38)

Answer

−29

Try It 3.76 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

−83−(−57)

Answer

−26

Try It 3.77 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

8−(−3−1)−9

Answer

3

Try It 3.78 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

12− (−9−6)− 14

Answer

13

Try It 3.79 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

6·2− 9·1− 8·9.

Answer

−69

Try It 3.80 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify the expression:

2·5−3·7−4·9

Answer

−47

Try It 3.81 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate each expression:

y−7when

ⓐ y=5

ⓑ y=−8

Answer

ⓐ −2

ⓑ −15

Try It 3.82 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate each expression:

m−3when

ⓐ m=1

ⓑ m=−4

Answer

ⓐ −2

ⓑ −7

Try It 3.83 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate each expression:

17−kwhen

ⓐ k=19

ⓑ k=−19

Answer

ⓐ −2

ⓑ 36

Try It 3.84 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate each expression:

−5−bwhen

ⓐ b=14

ⓑ b=−14

Answer

ⓐ −19

ⓑ 9

Try It 3.85 §3.3 source ↗

Translate and simplify:

ⓐ the difference of 14 and −23

ⓑ subtract 21 from −17

Answer

ⓐ 14 − (−23) = 37

ⓑ −17 − 21 = −38

Try It 3.86 §3.3 source ↗

Translate and simplify:

ⓐ the difference of 11 and −19

ⓑ subtract 18 from −11

Answer

ⓐ 11 − (−19) = 30

ⓑ −11 − 18 = −29

Try It 3.87 §3.3 source ↗

In the morning, the temperature in Anchorage, Alaska was 15 degrees Fahrenheit. By mid-afternoon the temperature had dropped to 30 degrees below zero. What was the difference between the morning and afternoon temperatures?

Answer

45 degrees Fahrenheit

Try It 3.88 §3.3 source ↗

The temperature in Denver was −6 degrees Fahrenheit at lunchtime. By sunset the temperature had dropped to −15 degree Fahrenheit. What was the difference between the lunchtime and sunset temperatures?

Answer

9 degrees Fahrenheit

Try It 3.89 §3.3 source ↗

One day, John hiked to the 10,023 foot summit of Haleakala volcano in Hawaii. The next day, while scuba diving, he dove to a cave 80 feet below sea level. What is the difference between the elevation of the summit of Haleakala and the depth of the cave?

Answer

10,103 feet

Try It 3.90 §3.3 source ↗

The submarine Nautilus is at 340 feet below the surface of the water and the submarine Explorer is 573 feet below the surface of the water. What is the difference in the position of the Nautilus and the Explorer?

Answer

233 feet

Try It 3.91 §3.3 source ↗

Araceli has $75 in her checking account and writes a check for $27.

ⓐ What is the balance after she writes the check?

ⓑ She writes a second check for $50. What is the new balance?

ⓒ The check for $20 that she sent a charity was never cashed. What is the balance in Araceli’s checking account now?

Answer

ⓐ $48

ⓑ −$2

ⓒ $18

Try It 3.92 §3.3 source ↗

Genevieve’s bank account was overdrawn and the balance is −$78.

ⓐ She deposits a check for $24 that she earned babysitting. What is the new balance?

ⓑ She deposits another check for $49. Is she out of debt yet? What is her new balance?

Answer

ⓐ −$54

ⓑ No, −$5

3.3-127 §3.3 source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model each expression and simplify.

8 − 2

Answer


This figure shows a row of 8 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first 2 are circles and are separated from the last 6.


6

3.3-129 §3.3 source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model each expression and simplify.

−5 − ( −1 )

Answer


This figure ishows a row of 5 dark pink circles. The first one is circled.


−4

3.3-131 §3.3 source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model each expression and simplify.

−5 − 4

Answer


This figure has a row of 9 dark pink circles representing negative counters. The first 5 are separated from the last 4. Below the last 4 is a row of 4 light pink circles, representing positive counters. These four positive counters are circled.


−9

3.3-133 §3.3 source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model each expression and simplify.

8 − ( −4 )

Answer


This figure has a row of 12 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first 8 are separated from the last 4. Below the last 4 is a row of 4 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. These four negative counters are circled.


12

3.3-135 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

ⓐ 15−6

ⓑ 15+(−6)

Answer

ⓐ 9

ⓑ 9

3.3-137 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

ⓐ 44−28

ⓑ 44+(−28)

Answer

ⓐ 16

ⓑ 16

3.3-139 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

ⓐ 8−(−9)

ⓑ 8+9

Answer

ⓐ 17

ⓑ 17

3.3-141 §3.3 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

ⓐ 27−(−18)

ⓑ 27+18

Answer

ⓐ 45

ⓑ 45

3.3-143 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

15 − ( −12 )

Answer

27

3.3-145 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

10 − ( −19 )

Answer

29

3.3-147 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

48 − 87

Answer

−39

3.3-149 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

31 − 79

Answer

−48

3.3-151 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−31 − 11

Answer

−42

3.3-153 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−17 − 42

Answer

−59

3.3-155 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−103 − ( −52 )

Answer

−51

3.3-157 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−45 − ( −54 )

Answer

9

3.3-159 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

8 − 3 − 7

Answer

−2

3.3-161 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−5 − 4 + 7

Answer

−2

3.3-163 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−14 − ( −27 ) + 9

Answer

22

3.3-165 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

71 + ( −10 ) − 8

Answer

53

3.3-167 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−16− (−4+1)− 7

Answer

−20

3.3-169 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( 2 − 7 ) − ( 3 − 8 )

Answer

0

3.3-171 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

− (6−8)− (2−4)

Answer

4

3.3-173 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

25− [10−(3−12)]

Answer

6

3.3-175 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

6 ⋅ 3 − 4 ⋅ 3 − 7 ⋅ 2

Answer

–8

3.3-177 §3.3 source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

5 2 − 6 2

Answer

−11

3.3-179 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression for the given values.

x−6when

ⓐ x=3

ⓑ x=−3

Answer

ⓐ −3

ⓑ −9

3.3-181 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression for the given values.

5−ywhen

ⓐ y=2

ⓑ y=−2

Answer

ⓐ 3

ⓑ 7

3.3-183 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression for the given values.

4 x 2 − 15x+ 1whenx= 3

Answer

−8

3.3-185 §3.3 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression for the given values.

−12− 5 x 2 whenx= 6

Answer

−192

3.3-187 §3.3 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

ⓐ The difference of 3 and −10

ⓑ Subtract −20 from 45

Answer

ⓐ 3 − (−10) = 13

ⓑ 45 − (−20) = 65

3.3-189 §3.3 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

ⓐ The difference of −6 and 9

ⓑ Subtract −12 from −16

Answer

ⓐ −6 − 9 = −15

ⓑ −16 − (−12) = −4

3.3-191 §3.3 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

ⓐ 8 less than −17

ⓑ −24 minus 37

Answer

ⓐ −17 − 8 = −25

ⓑ −24 − 37 = −61

3.3-193 §3.3 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

ⓐ 21 less than6

ⓑ 31 subtracted from −19

Answer

ⓐ 6 − 21 = −15

ⓑ −19 − 31 = −50

3.3-195 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Temperature One morning, the temperature in Urbana, Illinois, was 28° Fahrenheit. By evening, the temperature had dropped 38° Fahrenheit. What was the temperature that evening?

Answer

−10°

3.3-197 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Temperature On January 15, the high temperature in Anaheim, California, was 84° Fahrenheit. That same day, the high temperature in Embarrass, Minnesota was −12° Fahrenheit. What was the difference between the temperature in Anaheim and the temperature in Embarrass?

Answer

96°

3.3-199 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Football At the first down, the Warriors football team had the ball on their 30-yard line. On the next three downs, they gained 2 yards, lost 7 yards, and lost 4 yards. What was the yard line at the end of the third down?

Answer

21-yard line

3.3-201 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Checking Account John has $148 in his checking account. He writes a check for $83. What is the new balance in his checking account?

Answer

$65

3.3-203 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Checking Account Gina has $210 in her checking account. She writes a check for $250. What is the new balance in her checking account?

Answer

−$40

3.3-205 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Checking Account Bill has a balance of −$14 in his checking account. He deposits $40 to the account. What is the new balance?

Answer

$26

3.3-207 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Camping Rene is on an Alpine hike. The temperature is−7°. Rene’s sleeping bag is rated “comfortable to −20°”. How much can the temperature change before it is too cold for Rene’s sleeping bag?

Answer

13°

3.3-209 §3.3 source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the following applications.

Explain why the difference of 9 and −6 is 15.

Answer

Sample answer: On a number line, 9 is 15 units away from −6.

Be Prepared 3.7 §3.4 source ↗

Translate the quotient of 20 and 13 into an algebraic expression.
If you missed this problem, review Example 1.67.
Example 1.67 in the book ↗

Answer

20 ÷ 13

Be Prepared 3.8 §3.4 source ↗

Add: −5+ (−5)+ (−5).
If you missed this problem, review Example 3.21.
Example 3.21 in the book ↗

Answer

− 15

Be Prepared 3.9 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluaten+ 4whenn= −7.
If you missed this problem, review Example 3.23.
Example 3.23 in the book ↗

Answer

− 3

Try It 3.93 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply:

ⓐ −6·8

ⓑ −4(−7)

ⓒ 9(−7)

ⓓ 5·12

Answer

ⓐ −48

ⓑ 28

ⓒ −63

ⓓ 60

Try It 3.94 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply:

ⓐ −8·7

ⓑ −6(−9)

ⓒ 7(−4)

ⓓ 3·13

Answer

ⓐ −56

ⓑ 54

ⓒ −28

ⓓ 39

Try It 3.95 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply.

ⓐ −1·9

ⓑ −1·(−17)

Answer

ⓐ −9

ⓑ 17

Try It 3.96 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply.

ⓐ −1·8

ⓑ −1·(−16)

Answer

ⓐ −8

ⓑ 16

Try It 3.97 §3.4 source ↗

Divide:

ⓐ −42÷6

ⓑ −117÷(−3)

Answer

ⓐ −7

ⓑ 39

Try It 3.98 §3.4 source ↗

Divide:

ⓐ −63÷7

ⓑ −115÷(−5)

Answer

ⓐ −9

ⓑ 23

Try It 3.99 §3.4 source ↗

Divide:

ⓐ 6÷(−1)

ⓑ −36÷(−1)

Answer

ⓐ −6

ⓑ 36

Try It 3.100 §3.4 source ↗

Divide:

ⓐ 28÷(−1)

ⓑ −52÷(−1)

Answer

ⓐ −28

ⓑ 52

Try It 3.101 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

8(−3)+ 5(−7)−4

Answer

−63

Try It 3.102 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

9(−3)+ 7(−8)− 1

Answer

−84

Try It 3.103 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ (−3)4

ⓑ −34

Answer

ⓐ 81

ⓑ −81

Try It 3.104 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

ⓐ (−7)2

ⓑ −72

Answer

ⓐ 49

ⓑ −49

Try It 3.105 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

17−4(8−11)

Answer

29

Try It 3.106 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

16−6(7−13)

Answer

52

Try It 3.107 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

12(−9)÷(−3)3

Answer

4

Try It 3.108 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

18(−4)÷(−2)3

Answer

9

Try It 3.109 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

−27÷3+ (−5)(−6)

Answer

21

Try It 3.110 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify:

−32÷4+ (−2)(−7)

Answer

6

Try It 3.111 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate:

3x2− 2x+ 6whenx= −3

Answer

39

Try It 3.112 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate:

4x2− x− 5whenx= −2

Answer

13

Try It 3.113 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate:

7x+ 6y− 12whenx= −2andy= 3

Answer

−8

Try It 3.114 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate:

8x− 6y+ 13whenx= −3andy= −5

Answer

19

Try It 3.115 §3.4 source ↗

Translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible:

the product of −5 and 12

Answer

−5 (12) = −60

Try It 3.116 §3.4 source ↗

Translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible:

the product of 8 and −13

Answer

8 (−13) = −104

Try It 3.117 §3.4 source ↗

Translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible:

the quotient of −63 and −9

Answer

−63 ÷ −9 = 7

Try It 3.118 §3.4 source ↗

Translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible:

the quotient of −72 and −9

Answer

−72 ÷ −9 = 8

3.4-211 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

−4 · 8

Answer

−32

3.4-213 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

−5 ( 7 )

Answer

−35

3.4-215 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

−18 ( −2 )

Answer

36

3.4-217 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

9 ( −7 )

Answer

−63

3.4-219 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

−1 · 6

Answer

−6

3.4-221 §3.4 source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply each pair of integers.

−1 ( −14 )

Answer

14

3.4-223 §3.4 source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

−24 ÷ 6

Answer

−4

3.4-225 §3.4 source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

56 ÷ ( −7 )

Answer

−8

3.4-227 §3.4 source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

−52 ÷ ( −4 )

Answer

13

3.4-229 §3.4 source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

−180 ÷ 15

Answer

−12

3.4-231 §3.4 source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

49 ÷ ( −1 )

Answer

−49

3.4-233 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

5(−6)+ 7(−2)−3

Answer

−47

3.4-235 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−8 ( −2 ) −3 ( −9 )

Answer

43

3.4-237 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( −5 ) 3

Answer

−125

3.4-239 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( −2 ) 6

Answer

64

3.4-241 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

− 4 2

Answer

−16

3.4-243 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−3 ( −5 ) ( 6 )

Answer

90

3.4-245 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−4 · 2 · 11

Answer

−88

3.4-247 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( 8 − 11 ) ( 9 − 12 )

Answer

9

3.4-249 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

26 − 3 ( 2 − 7 )

Answer

41

3.4-251 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−10 ( −4 ) ÷ ( −8 )

Answer

−5

3.4-253 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

65÷(−5)+ (−28)÷(−7)

Answer

−9

3.4-255 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

9− 2[3−8(−2)]

Answer

−29

3.4-257 §3.4 source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( −3 ) 2 −24 ÷ ( 8 − 2 )

Answer

5

3.4-259 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

−2x+17when

ⓐ x=8

ⓑ x=−8

Answer

ⓐ 1

ⓑ 33

3.4-261 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

10−3mwhen

ⓐ m=5

ⓑ m=−5

Answer

ⓐ −5

ⓑ 25

3.4-263 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

p 2 − 5p+ 5whenp= −1

Answer

11

3.4-265 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

2w2−3w+7 when w=−2

Answer

21

3.4-267 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

6x−5y+15 when x=3 and y=−1

Answer

38

3.4-269 §3.4 source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

9a−2b−8 when a=−6 and b=−3

Answer

−56

3.4-271 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

The product of −3 and 15

Answer

−3·15 = −45

3.4-273 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

The quotient of −60 and −20

Answer

−60 ÷ (−20) = 3

3.4-275 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

The quotient of −6 and the sum of a and b

Answer

−6 a + b

3.4-277 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

The product of −10 and the difference of pandq

Answer

−10 (p − q)

3.4-279 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

Stock market Javier owns 300 shares of stock in one company. On Tuesday, the stock price dropped $12 per share. What was the total effect on Javier’s portfolio?

Answer

−$3,600

3.4-281 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

In your own words, state the rules for multiplying two integers.

Answer

Sample answer: Multiplying two integers with the same sign results in a positive product. Multiplying two integers with different signs results in a negative product.

3.4-283 §3.4 source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

Why is −24≠(−2)4?

Answer

Sample answer: In the first expression the base is positive and after you raise it to the power you should take the opposite. Then in the second expression the base is negative so you simply raise it to the power.

Be Prepared 3.10 §3.5 source ↗

Evaluatex+ 4whenx= −4.
If you missed this problem, review Example 3.22.
Example 3.22 in the book ↗

Answer

0

Be Prepared 3.11 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:y− 6= 10.
If you missed this problem, review Example 2.33.
Example 2.33 in the book ↗

Answer

16

Be Prepared 3.12 §3.5 source ↗

Translate into an algebraic expression 5 less than x.
If you missed this problem, review Table 1.3.
Table 1.3 in the book ↗
Operation Word Phrase Example Expression
Subtraction minus 5 minus 1 5−1
difference the difference of 9 and 4 9−4
decreased by 7 decreased by 3 7−3
less than 5 less than 8 8−5
subtracted from 1 subtracted from 6 6−1

Answer

x − 5

Try It 3.119 §3.5 source ↗

Determine whether each of the following is a solution of 2x−8=−14:

ⓐ x=−11

ⓑ x=11

ⓒ x=−3

Answer

ⓐ no

ⓑ no

ⓒ yes

Try It 3.120 §3.5 source ↗

Determine whether each of the following is a solution of 2y+3=−11:

ⓐ y=4

ⓑ y=−4

ⓒ y=−7

Answer

ⓐ no

ⓑ no

ⓒ yes

Try It 3.121 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

y+11=7

Answer

−4

Try It 3.122 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

y+15=−4

Answer

−19

Try It 3.123 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

a−2=−8

Answer

−6

Try It 3.124 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

n−4=−8

Answer

−4

Try It 3.125 §3.5 source ↗

Write the equation modeled by the envelopes and counters. Then solve it.

This image has two columns. In the first column are four envelopes. In the second column there are 12 blue circles.This image has two columns. In the first column are four envelopes. In the second column there are 12 blue circles.

Answer

4x = 12; x = 3

Try It 3.126 §3.5 source ↗

Write the equation modeled by the envelopes and counters. Then solve it.

This image has two columns. In the first column are three envelopes. In the second column there are six blue circles.This image has two columns. In the first column are three envelopes. In the second column there are six blue circles.

Answer

3x = 6; x = 2

Try It 3.127 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

8a=56

Answer

7

Try It 3.128 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

11n=121

Answer

11

Try It 3.129 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

−8p=96

Answer

−12

Try It 3.130 §3.5 source ↗

Solve:

−12m=108

Answer

−9

Try It 3.131 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

Seven more than x is equal to −2.

Answer

x + 7 = −2; x = −9

Try It 3.132 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

Eleven more thanyis equal to 2.

Answer

y + 11 = 2; y = −9

Try It 3.133 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

The difference of p and 2 is −4.

Answer

p − 2 = −4; p = −2

Try It 3.134 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

The difference of q and 7 is −3.

Answer

q − 7 = −3; q = 4

Try It 3.135 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

The number 132 is the product of −12 and y.

Answer

132 = −12y; y = −11

Try It 3.136 §3.5 source ↗

Translate and solve:

The number 117 is the product of −13 and z.

Answer

117 = −13z; z = −9

3.5-285 §3.5 source ↗

Determine Whether a Number is a Solution of an Equation

In the following exercises, determine whether each number is a solution of the given equation.

4x−2=6

ⓐ x=−2

ⓑ x=−1

ⓒ x=2

Answer

ⓐ no

ⓑ no

ⓒ yes

3.5-287 §3.5 source ↗

Determine Whether a Number is a Solution of an Equation

In the following exercises, determine whether each number is a solution of the given equation.

9a+27=−63

ⓐ a=6

ⓑ a=−6

ⓒ a=−10

Answer

ⓐ no

ⓑ no

ⓒ yes

3.5-289 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

n + 12 = 5

Answer

n = −7

3.5-291 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

p + 9 = −8

Answer

p = −17

3.5-293 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

u − 3 = −7

Answer

u = −4

3.5-295 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

h − 10 = −4

Answer

h = 6

3.5-297 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

x + ( −2 ) = −18

Answer

x = −16

3.5-299 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve for the unknown.

r − ( −5 ) = −9

Answer

r = −14

3.5-301 §3.5 source ↗

Model the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, write the equation modeled by the envelopes and counters and then solve it.

Three light blue envelopes are stacked vertically on the left side of a white background, while six light yellow circular tokens are arranged in two columns of three on the right.Three light blue envelopes are stacked vertically on the left side of a white background, while six light yellow circular tokens are arranged in two columns of three on the right.

Answer

3x = 6; x = 2

3.5-303 §3.5 source ↗

Model the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, write the equation modeled by the envelopes and counters and then solve it.

Two light blue envelopes are paired with eight light yellow circles arranged in two columns of four on a white background.Two light blue envelopes are paired with eight light yellow circles arranged in two columns of four on a white background.

Answer

2x = 8; x = 4

3.5-305 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

5 x = 45

Answer

x = 9

3.5-307 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

−7 c = 56

Answer

c = −8

3.5-309 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

−14 p = −42

Answer

p = 3

3.5-311 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

−120 = 10 q

Answer

q = −12

3.5-313 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

24 x = 480

Answer

x = 20

3.5-315 §3.5 source ↗

Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

−3 z = 0

Answer

z = 0

3.5-317 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

Four more than n is equal to 1.

Answer

n + 4 = 1; n = −3

3.5-319 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

The sum of eight and p is −3.

Answer

8 + p = −3; p = −11

3.5-321 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

The difference of a and three is −14.

Answer

a − 3 = −14; a = −11

3.5-323 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

The number −42 is the product of −7 and x.

Answer

−42 = −7x; x = 6

3.5-325 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

The product of -15 and f is 75.

Answer

−15f = 75; f = −5

3.5-327 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

−6 plus c is equal to 4.

Answer

−6 + c = 4; c = 10

3.5-329 §3.5 source ↗

Translate to an Equation and Solve

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

Nine less than m is −4.

Answer

m − 9 = −4; m = 5

3.5-331 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

ⓐ x+2=10

ⓑ 2x=10

Answer

ⓐ x = 8

ⓑ x = 5

3.5-333 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

ⓐ −3p=27

ⓑ p−3=27

Answer

ⓐ p = −9

ⓑ p = 30

3.5-335 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

a − 4 = 16

Answer

a = 20

3.5-337 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

−8 m = −56

Answer

m = 7

3.5-339 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

−39 = u + 13

Answer

u = −52

3.5-341 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

11 r = −99

Answer

r = −9

3.5-343 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

100 = 20 d

Answer

d = 5

3.5-345 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

−49 = x − 7

Answer

x = −42

3.5-347 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

Cookie packaging A package of 51 cookies has 3 equal rows of cookies. Find the number of cookies in each row, c, by solving the equation 3c=51.

Answer

17 cookies

3.5-349 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

Is modeling the Division Property of Equality with envelopes and counters helpful to understanding how to solve the equation 3x=15? Explain why or why not.

Answer

Sample answer: It is helpful because it shows how the counters can be divided among the envelopes.

3.5-351 §3.5 source ↗

Mixed Practice

In the following exercises, solve.

Frida started to solve the equation −3x=36 by adding 3 to both sides. Explain why Frida’s method will not solve the equation.

Answer

Sample answer: The operation used in the equation is multiplication. The inverse of multiplication is division, not addition.

3.R-353 §3.R source ↗

Locate Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

In the following exercises, locate and label the integer on the number line.

5

Answer


This figure is a number line. It is scaled from negative 10 to 10 in increments of 2. There is a point at 5.

3.R-355 §3.R source ↗

Locate Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

In the following exercises, locate and label the integer on the number line.

−3

Answer


This figure is a number line. It is scaled from negative 10 to 10 in increments of 2. There is a point at negative 3.

3.R-357 §3.R source ↗

Locate Positive and Negative Numbers on the Number Line

In the following exercises, locate and label the integer on the number line.

−8

Answer


This figure is a number line. It is scaled from negative 10 to 10 in increments of 2. There is a point at negative 8.

3.R-359 §3.R source ↗

Order Positive and Negative Numbers

In the following exercises, order each of the following pairs of numbers, using < or >.

4 __ 8

Answer

<

3.R-361 §3.R source ↗

Order Positive and Negative Numbers

In the following exercises, order each of the following pairs of numbers, using < or >.

−5 __ −10

Answer

>

3.R-363 §3.R source ↗

Order Positive and Negative Numbers

In the following exercises, order each of the following pairs of numbers, using < or >.

2 __ −7

Answer

>

3.R-365 §3.R source ↗

Find Opposites

In the following exercises, find the opposite of each number.

6

Answer

−6

3.R-367 §3.R source ↗

Find Opposites

In the following exercises, find the opposite of each number.

−4

Answer

4

3.R-369 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

ⓐ −(8)

ⓑ −(−8)

Answer

ⓐ −8

ⓑ 8

3.R-371 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate.

−x,when

ⓐ x=32

ⓑ x=−32

Answer

ⓐ −32

ⓑ 32

3.R-373 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Absolute Values

In the following exercises, simplify.

| −21 |

Answer

21

3.R-375 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Absolute Values

In the following exercises, simplify.

| 36 |

Answer

36

3.R-377 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Absolute Values

In the following exercises, simplify.

| 0 |

Answer

0

3.R-379 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate.

|x|whenx= −14

Answer

14

3.R-381 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, evaluate.

− |− y|wheny= 33

Answer

−33

3.R-383 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, fill in <, >, or= for each of the following pairs of numbers.

− | −4 | __ 4

Answer

<

3.R-385 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, fill in <, >, or= for each of the following pairs of numbers.

− | −6 | __ −6

Answer

=

3.R-387 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

− (−55)and− |−55|

Answer

55; −55

3.R-389 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

| 12 − 5 |

Answer

7

3.R-391 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

6 | −9 |

Answer

54

3.R-393 §3.R source ↗

In the following exercises, simplify.

|9− 3|− |5− 12|

Answer

−1

3.R-395 §3.R source ↗

Translate Phrases to Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, translate each of the following phrases into expressions with positive or negative numbers.

the opposite of 16

Answer

−16

3.R-397 §3.R source ↗

Translate Phrases to Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, translate each of the following phrases into expressions with positive or negative numbers.

negative 3

Answer

−3

3.R-399 §3.R source ↗

Translate Phrases to Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, translate each of the following phrases into expressions with positive or negative numbers.

a temperature of 10 below zero

Answer

−10°

3.R-401 §3.R source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the following to find the sum.

3 + 7

Answer

10

3.R-403 §3.R source ↗

Model Addition of Integers

In the following exercises, model the following to find the sum.

5 + ( −4 )

Answer

1

3.R-405 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

14 + 82

Answer

96

3.R-407 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−75 + 25

Answer

−50

3.R-409 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

11 + ( −15 ) + 3

Answer

−1

3.R-411 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−3 + 6 ( −1 + 5 )

Answer

21

3.R-413 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

n+4when

ⓐ n=−1

ⓑ n=−20

Answer

ⓐ 3

ⓑ −16

3.R-415 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

( x + y ) 3 whenx= −4, y= 1

Answer

−27

3.R-417 §3.R source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

the sum of −8 and 2

Answer

−8 + 2 = −6

3.R-419 §3.R source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

10 more than the sum of −5 and −6

Answer

10 + [−5 + (−6)] = −1

3.R-421 §3.R source ↗

Add Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve.

Temperature On Monday, the high temperature in Denver was −4 degrees. Tuesday’s high temperature was 20 degrees more. What was the high temperature on Tuesday?

Answer

16 degrees

3.R-423 §3.R source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model the following.

6 − 1

Answer


This figure is a row of 6 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The first one is circled.


5

3.R-425 §3.R source ↗

Model Subtraction of Integers

In the following exercises, model the following.

2 − ( −5 )

Answer


This figure shows 2 rows. The first row shows 7 light pink circles, representing positive counters. The second row shows 5 dark pink circles, representing negative counters. The entire second row is circled.


7

3.R-427 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

24 − 16

Answer

8

3.R-429 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−31 − 7

Answer

−38

3.R-431 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−52− (−17)− 23

Answer

−58

3.R-433 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

( 1 − 7 ) − ( 3 − 8 )

Answer

−1

3.R-435 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

x−7when

ⓐ x=5

ⓑ x=−4

Answer

ⓐ −2

ⓑ −11

3.R-437 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

2 n 2 − n+ 5whenn= −4

Answer

41

3.R-439 §3.R source ↗

Translate Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify.

the difference of −12and5

Answer

−12 − 5 = −17

3.R-441 §3.R source ↗

Subtract Integers in Applications

In the following exercises, solve the given applications.

Temperature One morning the temperature in Bangor, Maine was 18 degrees. By afternoon, it had dropped 20 degrees. What was the afternoon temperature?

Answer

−2 degrees

3.R-443 §3.R source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply.

−9 ⋅ 4

Answer

−36

3.R-445 §3.R source ↗

Multiply Integers

In the following exercises, multiply.

( −11 ) ( −11 )

Answer

121

3.R-447 §3.R source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

56 ÷ ( −8 )

Answer

−7

3.R-449 §3.R source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

−96 ÷ 12

Answer

−8

3.R-451 §3.R source ↗

Divide Integers

In the following exercises, divide.

45 ÷ ( −1 )

Answer

−45

3.R-453 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

5(−9)− 3(−12)

Answer

−9

3.R-455 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

− 3 4

Answer

−81

3.R-457 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

42 − 4 ( 6 − 9 )

Answer

54

3.R-459 §3.R source ↗

Simplify Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

−2 ( −18 ) ÷ 9

Answer

4

3.R-461 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

7x− 3whenx= −9

Answer

−66

3.R-463 §3.R source ↗

Evaluate Variable Expressions with Integers

In the following exercises, evaluate each expression.

5a+ 8bwhena= −2, b= −6

Answer

−58

3.R-465 §3.R source ↗

Translate Word Phrases to Algebraic Expressions

In the following exercises, translate to an algebraic expression and simplify if possible.

the product of −12 and 6

Answer

−12(6) = −72

3.R-467 §3.R source ↗

Determine Whether a Number is a Solution of an Equation

In the following exercises, determine whether each number is a solution of the given equation.

5x−10=−35

ⓐ x=−9

ⓑ x=−5

ⓒ x=5

Answer

ⓐ no

ⓑ yes

ⓒ no

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Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve.

a + 14 = 2

Answer

−12

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Using the Addition and Subtraction Properties of Equality

In the following exercises, solve.

c + ( −10 ) = −17

Answer

−7

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Model the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, write the equation modeled by the envelopes and counters. Then solve it.

This image has two columns. In the first column there are three envelopes. In the second column there are two vertical rows. The first row includes five blue circles, the second row includes four blue circles.This image has two columns. In the first column there are three envelopes. In the second column there are two vertical rows. The first row includes five blue circles, the second row includes four blue circles.

Answer

3x = 9; x = 3

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Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

8 p = 72

Answer

9

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Solve Equations Using the Division Property of Equality

In the following exercises, solve each equation using the division property of equality and check the solution.

−16 r = −64

Answer

4

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Translate to an Equation and Solve.

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

The product of −6 and y is −42

Answer

−6y = −42; y = 7

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Translate to an Equation and Solve.

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

Four more than m is −48.

Answer

m + 4 = −48; m = −52

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Translate to an Equation and Solve.

In the following exercises, translate and solve.

Describe how you have used two topics from this chapter in your life outside of your math class during the past month.

Answer

Answers will vary.

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In the following exercises, compare the numbers, using < or> or=.

ⓐ −6__3

ⓑ −1__−4

Answer

ⓐ <

ⓑ >

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In the following exercises, find the opposite of each number.

ⓐ −7

ⓑ 8

Answer

ⓐ 7

ⓑ −8

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In the following exercises, simplify.

| 4 − 9 |

Answer

5

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In the following exercises, simplify.

−15 + ( −12 )

Answer

−27

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In the following exercises, simplify.

10 − ( 5 − 6 )

Answer

11

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In the following exercises, simplify.

−6 ( −9 )

Answer

54

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In the following exercises, simplify.

( −2 ) 3

Answer

−8

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In the following exercises, simplify.

16 −3 ( 5 −7 )

Answer

22

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In the following exercises, evaluate.

35− awhena= −4

Answer

39

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In the following exercises, evaluate.

3m− 2nwhenm= 6, n= −8

Answer

34

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In the following exercises, translate each phrase into an algebraic expression and then simplify, if possible.

the difference of −7 and −4

Answer

−7 − (−4) = −3

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In the following exercises, solve.

Early one morning, the temperature in Syracuse was −8°F. By noon, it had risen 12°. What was the temperature at noon?

Answer

4°F

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In the following exercises, solve.

n + 6 = 5

Answer

n = −1

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In the following exercises, solve.

−9 r = −54

Answer

r = 6

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In the following exercises, translate and solve.

Eight less than y is −32.

Answer

y − 8 = −32; y = −24

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