Words into Equations

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students practice finding the opposite of given integers and performing addition with these opposites. Each of the twelve problems presents two integers, and students are instructed to find the opposite of each integer and then add the two opposites together. The format of the worksheet is straightforward, providing a clear space for students to write the opposite of each integer and a subsequent space for the sum. This activity combines the concept of opposites with basic addition to reinforce students’ numerical understanding.

The worksheet teaches students that the opposite of an integer is the number with the same magnitude but different sign, and it provides practice in calculating these opposites. By adding the opposite values, students apply their understanding of addition involving negative numbers. The exercise aims to strengthen their skills in working with integers and to solidify their comprehension of how opposites work within arithmetic operations. This foundational math skill is important for future studies in algebra and number theory.