Which of the following numbers is an example of an integer?
a) -5 b) 5/2 c) 1.4 d) -7/2

Solution:

An integer is a number with no decimal or fraction, from the set of negative and positive numbers, including zero.

Integers are all whole numbers including negative numbers

-5 is an integer.

5/2 gives us 2.5 which is a decimal.

1.4 is a decimal.

-7/2 gives us -3.5 which is a decimal.

Hence, option (a) -5 is the right answer.

Which of the following numbers is an example of an integer? a) -5 b) 5/2 c) 1.4 d) -7/2

Summary:

Option (a) -5 is an integer.