Math Example: Language of Math--Numerical Expressions--Addition--Example 19

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the conversion of the phrase "Negative six added to nine" into a numerical expression. The image demonstrates how this verbal statement translates to the expression 9 + (-6), emphasizing the interpretation of "added to" when dealing with negative numbers.

Understanding how to interpret phrases like "added to" in the context of negative numbers is crucial for students' mathematical development. It helps them grasp the idea that the order of numbers in an expression can be different from the order in which they appear in a verbal statement.

Exposure to various examples of numerical expressions with negative numbers helps students become comfortable with these concepts. This repetition reinforces their understanding and improves their ability to apply these ideas in diverse mathematical situations.

Teacher Script: In this example, we see the phrase "added to" used with a negative number. How does this affect the order of the numbers in our expression? Can you think of a real-world scenario where we might add a negative number to a positive one?

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