Subtracting Integers With Balloons and Sandbags

Explore subtracting integers by building expressions using balloons and sandbags in this interactive activity. [br][br]NOTE:[br]The +/- at the top of the screen will add/subtract balloons.[br]The +/- at the bottom of the screen will add/subtract sandbags.

Answer the following questions to guide your exploration of subtracting integers. Record your answers in the "Subtracting Integers With Balloons and Sandbags Geogebra Exploration" found in the "Subtracting Integers: Part 2" lesson.

[list=1][*]Subtract 2 balloons. Hit submit. What direction does the basket move? [/*][*]Add 2 sandbags. Hit submit. What direction does the basket move? [/*][*]Subtract 2 sandbags. Hit submit. What direction does the basket move?[/*][*]Add 2 balloons. Hit submit. What direction does the basket move?[br][/*][/list]

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