Ordering and comparing 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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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 use the greater than (>) or less than (<) signs.

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, |-3| = 3.

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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, often representing a loss or a position below a reference point.

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but cannot be a fraction or decimal.

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How do you represent a temperature below zero?

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A temperature below zero is represented by a negative number, such as -5 degrees.

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What is the result of comparing -3 and -2?

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-3 is less than -2, so -3 < -2.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than' and is used to compare two numbers.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than' and is used to compare two numbers.

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What is the result of -1.5 and -1.4?

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-1.5 is less than -1.4, so -1.5 < -1.4.