Integers

Integers are whole numbers that include positive numbers, negative numbers, and zero. They do not have fractional or decimal parts. Think of integers as points on a number line, where positive numbers are to the right of zero, negatives are to the left, and zero is in the middle. They are used in everyday situations like counting objects, measuring temperature, or recording financial balances. Integers allow us to represent both quantities above and below a reference point, making them fundamental in mathematics and real-world applications involving addition, subtraction, and comparison.