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NEGATIVE NUMBER
Definition Of Negative Number
Negative numbers are real numbers that are less than zero.
The interval (- ∞, 0) represents the set of all negative numbers.
More About Negative Number
On a number line, numbers to the left of zero are all negative numbers.
Examples of Negative Number
The following are few examples of negative numbers. - 4, - 2.5, - 3/4
Video Examples: Negative Numbers Introduction
Solved Example on Negative Number
Ques: Which of the following negative numbers is greater than - 10?
Choices:
A. - 9
B. - 11
C. - 12
D. - 13
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Step 1: Among the negative numbers listed, - 9 is greater than - 10.
Real-world Connections for Negative Number
Negative numbers are used to represent temperatures below 0 degrees