Ordering & Comparing Rational Numbers & Absolute Value

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What is the definition of absolute value?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. It is always a non-negative value.

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How do you find the absolute value of a positive number?

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The absolute value of a positive number is the number itself.

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How do you find the absolute value of a negative number?

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The absolute value of a negative number is the number without its negative sign.

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What is the absolute value of 0?

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The absolute value of 0 is 0.

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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common denominator or convert them to decimal form, then determine which is greater or lesser.

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What is the process for ordering a set of rational numbers?

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To order a set of rational numbers, convert them to a common form (fractions or decimals) and then arrange them from least to greatest or vice versa.

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What is the absolute value of -7 1/8?

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The absolute value of -7 1/8 is 7 1/8.

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What does it mean for a number to be negative?

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A negative number is a number that is less than zero, indicating a deficit or a loss in a given context.

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How can you represent negative temperatures?

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Negative temperatures can be represented using negative numbers, indicating degrees below zero.

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What is the order of the following numbers from least to greatest: 1.5, 15, 8.5, -10.2, -12.3?

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The order from least to greatest is: -12.3, -10.2, 1.5, 8.5, 15.