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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CCSS.5.NBT.A.2

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How do you identify a rational number on a number line?

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A rational number can be identified on a number line by locating its position based on its value, which can be represented as a fraction or decimal.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6C

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What is the process for ordering rational numbers?

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To order rational numbers, convert them to a common format (either fractions or decimals) and then compare their values from greatest to least or vice versa.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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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 if they are fractions, or convert them to decimals, and then determine which is greater or lesser.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the significance of negative rational numbers?

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Negative rational numbers represent values less than zero and are located to the left of zero on the number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the decimal equivalent of -5/100?

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The decimal equivalent of -5/100 is -0.05.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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How do you determine the relationship between two rational numbers?

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To determine the relationship, you can use symbols such as < (less than), > (greater than), or = (equal to) based on their values.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the decimal representation of -11/4?

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The decimal representation of -11/4 is -2.75.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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How do you express a number in terms of another number?

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You can express a number in terms of another by using comparison symbols to show their relationship, such as <, >, or =.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1