Learning how to use our intergers in equations
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Subject Area: Mathematics (B.E.S.T.) | Grade Level: 6
Lesson Length: 30 minutes
Keywords/Tags: Integers
Lesson Description: In this lesson, students will use previous knowledge of operations with whole numbers to solve equations with integers. Students can use integers to add, subtract, multiply and divide equations.

  • MA.6.AR.1.3 Evaluate algebraic expressions using substitution and order of operations.
  • MA.6.NSO.4.1 Apply and extend previous understandings of operations with whole numbers to add and subtract integers with procedural fluency.
  • MA.6.NSO.4.2 Apply and extend previous understandings of operations with whole numbers to multiply and divide integers with procedural fluency.
Video : How to Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide Integers
Instructions: Watch the following video to further explain how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers
Quiz : Add, Subtract, Multiply and Divide Integers
Instructions: Please complete this quiz by choosing the correct answer for each question. You can take this quiz as many times needed.
Question #1
When adding two negative numbers, the sum is always negative. 
Question #2

If you add -9 and -3, what is the result?

(-9)+(-3)=?

Question #3
True or False: Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding a positive number.
Question #4

What is the result of subtracting -4 from 6?

(6) - (-4)=?

Question #5
True or False: The product of two negative integers is always negative.
Question #6
Multiply -6 by -2. What is the result, and why is the product positive?
Question #7

What is the result of dividing -12 by 3?

Question #8
True or False: Dividing two negative numbers results in a positive number. 
Question #9
Sarah has -5 dollars in her account and then receives a deposit of 8 dollars. What is her new balance?
Question #10
If a temperature drops 4 degrees every hour for 3 hours, what is the total temperature change?
Resources : Websites for Extra Help
Instructions: Feel free visit each link to learn more about this lesson.
IXL Math
This website gives several questions and explanations for the answers.
Math Is Fun
This website uses a number line as a visual to add and subtract integers.
Third Space Learning
This website further breaks down the lesson to better explain using integers in a equation.