Classifying 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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Give an example of a rational number.

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Examples of rational numbers include 1/2, -3, 0.75, and 4.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than its denominator (e.g., 1/2), while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to its denominator (e.g., 5/4 or 3/3).

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What is a whole number?

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Whole numbers are non-negative numbers without fractions or decimals, including 0, 1, 2, 3, etc.

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What is an integer?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero, such as -2, 0, and 3.

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How do you classify the number -5?

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-5 is classified as an integer and a rational number.

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What is the decimal representation of 1/4?

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The decimal representation of 1/4 is 0.25.

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What is the sum of -3 and 2?

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The sum of -3 and 2 is -1.

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What is the product of -2 and 3?

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The product of -2 and 3 is -6.

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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.