Lesson: Opposites and Absolute Value of Rational Numbers Mathematics • Middle School • Grade 6

Mathematics

In this lesson, we will learn how to identify the absolute values of rational numbers and their opposites.

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Q1:

Amelia says that two numbers can have the same absolute value, while Olivia claims that one number can have two absolute values. Who is right?

Q2:

Write as a decimal.

Q3:

If two rational numbers, and , are of opposite signs, what is the absolute value of their sum?

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