Introduction
In this lesson, we will use integer rules of addition and subtraction to find sums and differences of integers. Complete the Adding Integers Rules activity below to begin!
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Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...
- Solve mathematical problems by adding and subtracting integers.
- Understand subtraction of rational numbers as adding the additive inverse.
Essential Questions
- How are rational numbers different from irrational numbers?
- Why is it important to know how to perform operations on rational numbers?
- How can we use one or more of the four basic math operations to solve-real-world and mathematical problems?
Enduring Understandings
- Operations create relationships between numbers.
- Real-world math problems are solve by using one or more of the four basic mathematical operations.
The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Grade 7 Mathematics standards: 4, 4c.
