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What is the predecessor of 0
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Correct answer: -1
The predecessor of an integer is the number exactly 1 less than it. Therefore, the predecessor of 0 is \(0-1=-1\). \(1\) is the successor of 0, while \(-2\) is the predecessor of \(-1\). Exam tip: subtract 1 to find a predecessor and add 1 to find a successor.
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The predecessor of an integer is the number exactly 1 less than it. Therefore, the predecessor of 0 is \(0-1=-1\). \(1\) is the successor of 0, while \(-2\) is the predecessor of \(-1\). Exam tip: subtract 1 to find a predecessor and add 1 to find a successor.
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This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Number Systems. Topic: Number line.
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