Understanding Opposites
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Beginner Explanation
The opposite of a number is its additive inverse, such as $-x$ for $x$.
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What is the opposite of $-5$?
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Real-World Problem
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Teenager Scenario
If you have a debt of $-20$ dollars, how much do you need to earn to break even?
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If $x$ is $-3$, what is $-x$? Can you explain why?
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What is the opposite of $\frac{2}{3}$?
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