1.1 : Properties of Real Numbers Flashcards
1
Q
Opposite or Additive Inverse
A
The opposite or additive verse of any number a is -a. The sum of opposites is 0.
2
Q
Reciprocal or Multiplicative Inverse
A
The reciprocal or multiplicative inverse of any nonzero number a is 1/a. The product of reciprocals is 1.
3
Q
Absolute Value of a Real Number
A
The absolute value of a real number is its distance from zero on the number line
