Understanding Integers and Fairness in Education Equity Quiz

What does a positive integer represent in this lesson?

What does a negative integer represent in this lesson?

In the example, School A had +5 teachers added and −3 teachers lost. What is the total change?

School B gained 2 teachers but lost 6. What does the result −4 mean?

What does zero (0) represent on the integer number line in this lesson?

If a school has a net change of −3, what does that tell us about its resources?

Why are integers useful for studying fairness in education?

In a fairness chart, a bar below zero most likely means:

Explain in your own words:
How does using integers help us understand fairness and inequality between schools?

Think about your community:
If one school keeps losing teachers or supplies (negative change), what mathematical and social steps could help restore balance or fairness (return to zero or positive)?