Rational numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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Classify the number 17/10.

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Rational

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero, including numbers like -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3.

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Is -3.5 an integer?

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No, -3.5 is not an integer; it is a rational number but not a whole number.

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Can a rational number be expressed as a fraction?

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Yes, a rational number can always be expressed as a fraction.

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What is the difference between rational and irrational numbers?

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Rational numbers can be expressed as fractions of integers, while irrational numbers cannot be expressed as simple fractions.

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Give an example of a rational number.

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1/2, -4, 0.75 are all examples of rational numbers.

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What is the significance of the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into; it cannot be zero.

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Are all integers rational numbers?

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Yes, all integers are rational numbers because they can be expressed as a fraction with a denominator of 1.

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What is the decimal representation of a rational number?

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The decimal representation of a rational number either terminates or repeats.