The Power of Number Systems · Number and Algebra

Integers in Context

Exploring positive and negative integers through real world scenarios like temperature and debt.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the concept of zero change when we introduce negative numbers?
  2. 2When is a negative value more significant than a positive value in a real world context?
  3. 3How can a number line help us visualize the distance between a positive and negative integer?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9M6N02
Year: Year 6
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: The Power of Number Systems
Period: Number and Algebra

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