This math topic focuses on understanding and computing the negative inverse of integers, primarily utilizing the concept in the context of slopes and perpendicular lines. The emphasis is on converting integers to their negative inverse values, expressed as decimals, an essential skill in understanding slopes of perpendicular lines in geometry. Exercises in this topic require learners to identify the negative reciprocal of given integers, which are fundamental operations used in setting equations for lines and solving geometry problems.

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Slope - Perpendicular as Negative Inverse - Integer to Decimal

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What is the negative inverse of 1?

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Slope - Perpendicular as Negative Inverse - Integer to Decimal Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Slope - Perpendicular as Negative Inverse - Integer to Decimal (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Slopes and Perpendiculars - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/line_equations_and_perpendiculars_intro/
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What is the negative inverse of 4?
4
a
-0.25
b
-4
c
-0.13
d
0.25
2
What is the negative inverse of 1?
1
a
-0.5
b
1
c
-1
3
What is the negative inverse of -4?
-4
a
0.13
b
4
c
-0.25
d
0.25
4
What is the negative inverse of -5?
-5
a
5
b
-0.2
c
0.2
d
0.1
5
What is the negative inverse of -2?
-2
a
0.5
b
-0.5
c
2
d
0.25
6
What is the negative inverse of 3?
3
a
-0.17
b
-3
c
0.33
d
-0.33
7
What is the negative inverse of -3?
-3
a
-0.33
b
0.17
c
0.33
d
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