Question

write an integer for each situation. (examples 1 and 2)

1. a profit of $9
2. a bank withdrawal of $50
3. 53°c below zero
4. 7 inches more than normal

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze "a profit of $9"

Profit is a positive value, so the integer is $+9$ or $9$.

Step2: Analyze "a bank withdrawal of $50"

Withdrawal means a decrease, so it's represented as $-50$.

Step3: Analyze "53°C below zero"

Below zero is negative, so the integer is $-53$.

Step4: Analyze "7 inches more than normal"

More than normal is positive, so the integer is $+7$ or $7$.

Answer:

1. $9$
2. $-50$
3. $-53$
4. $7$