Math Problem Statement
if i moved to -4 on the number line and then moved its additive inverse in the opposite direction, where would i be on the number line?
Solution
If you move to -4 on the number line, you are at the position -4.
The additive inverse of -4 is +4, meaning it has the opposite sign. So, if you move 4 units in the opposite direction (to the right), you would land at:
Thus, you would be at 0 on the number line.
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Here are five related questions for further exploration:
- What is the additive inverse of a positive number, like +7?
- How does subtraction work on a number line in relation to the additive inverse?
- What happens if you add two numbers that are additive inverses of each other?
- How can additive inverses help solve equations involving negative numbers?
- Can you show an example of using the number line for combining both positive and negative numbers?
Tip: The additive inverse of any number is what brings it back to zero when added together.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Number Line
Additive Inverse
Basic Arithmetic
Formulas
Additive Inverse: -a + a = 0
Theorems
Additive Inverse Theorem: The sum of a number and its additive inverse is zero
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 4-6
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