6th Grade · The Number System
Negative Number
6.NS.C.5
Definition
A number less than zero, located to the left of zero on a number line.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- −3 is a negative number — less than zero.
- −10° is below zero, so it's negative.
Key rule
Negative numbers sit to the left of zero on a number line.
Memory hook
Below zero, to the left.