Negative Number

Definition of Negative Number

• Negative number are real numbers that are less than zero.

The interval represents the set of all negative numbers.

              

Examples of Negative Number

• The following are few examples of negative numbers.

-4, -2.5, - 3/4

More about Negative Number

• On a number line, numbers to the left of zero are all negative numbers.

   

 

Solved Example on Negative Number

Which of the following negative numbers is greater than - 10?

Choices:

A. - 9

B. - 11

C. - 12

D. - 13

Correct Answer: A

Step 1: Among the negative numbers listed, - 9 is greater than - 10.

                            

Related Terms for Negative Number

• Real Number
• Number Line

Real-world Connections for Negative Number

• Negative numbers are used to represent temperatures below 0 degrees.

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