Integers in Word Problems

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered on the practical application of integers in various real-world scenarios. It presents five different problems, each requiring the student to apply their knowledge of integers to solve questions related to temperature changes, quiz scores, bank transactions, altitudes, and distances traveled. The problems are designed to reflect situations where integers are used to represent both increases and decreases in value. Students must read and interpret each scenario carefully to determine the correct integer operation to use.

The worksheet aims to teach students the concept of positive and negative integers and how to perform operations with them. It illustrates how integers are not just abstract numbers but are used in everyday contexts, such as measuring temperature variations, calculating scores, managing finances, and understanding elevations and distances. By working through these problems, students learn to manipulate integers to find solutions to practical problems. The goal is to build confidence in using mathematics in real-life situations and to understand the importance of integers in representing and solving such problems.