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Integer for Dummies

noun

pronunciation: 'ɪntɪdʒər

What does Integer really mean?

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Teacher: Hey there! So you want to know what "integer" means, right? That's a great question! Don't worry, I'm here to help you understand it in the simplest way possible. So, imagine you have a bag full of apples. Each apple represents a number, like 1, 2, 3, and so on. Now, when I say "integer," I'm talking about a special kind of number that doesn't have any decimal or fraction parts. It's like a whole apple, without any slices taken out of it!

Student: Oh, I think I get it! So, an integer is a whole number without any parts?

Teacher: Exactly! You got it! An integer is a whole number without any decimal or fraction parts. Let's look at some examples to make it even clearer. How about the number 5? That's an integer because it's a whole number, right?

Student: Yes, it is!

Teacher: Awesome! Now, how about the number 3.8?

Student: Hmm... No, that's not a whole number. It has a decimal part.

Teacher: Well done! You're absolutely right! 3.8 is not an integer because it has that decimal part. But look at the number -2. Would you consider that an integer?

Student: I'm not sure. It's a negative number, so does that count?

Teacher: Great question! And the answer is yes! Negative numbers can also be integers as long as they don't have any decimal or fraction parts. Think of them as whole apples, but now we're talking about apples below zero. So, -2 is definitely an integer!

Now, just a heads up, not all numbers are integers. You have other types of numbers too, like fractions and decimals. They're like when you cut an apple into slices or take a small bite out of it. But integers are special because they're the whole apples, no slices or bites. And you can go as high as you want with integers, like 1, 2, 3, 4... or even -1, -2, -3, -4... and keep counting forever!

Student: Wow, I never thought about numbers that way! I didn't know there were special numbers without any parts. This whole apple analogy really helped me understand what integers are. Thanks, teacher!

Teacher: You're very welcome, my dear student! I'm glad the analogy clicked with you. That's why we teachers always try to come up with creative ways to explain things. Understanding integers is a big step in your math journey, and I'm proud of you for asking and exploring! Keep up the great work, and feel free to ask me anything else you'd like to know.

Revised and Fact checked by Mia Harris on 2023-10-29 03:09:22

Integer In a sentece

Learn how to use Integer inside a sentece

  • Counting the number of apples in a basket using integers, like 1, 2, 3, etc.
  • Calculating the total number of students in a classroom using integers, such as 20, 25, 30, etc.
  • Measuring the distance in meters between two buildings with integers, like 100, 150, 200, etc.
  • Determining the temperature in degrees Celsius, which can be represented by integers such as 10, 15, 20, etc.
  • Estimating the time in minutes it takes to complete a task, using integers like 30, 45, 60, etc.

Integer Synonyms

Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.

Integer Hypernyms

Words that are more generic than the original word.

Integer Hyponyms

Words that are more specific than the original word.