Comparing/Ordering 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 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 compare their values.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest number and ending with the largest.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75

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Which is greater: -2 or -3?

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-2 is greater than -3 because it is closer to zero on the number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the absolute value of -5?

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The absolute value of -5 is 5.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7C

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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 greatest number in the set: -1, -2, -3, -4?

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The greatest number in the set is -1.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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If Monday's temperature is -3°F and Tuesday's is -5°F, which day is colder?

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Tuesday is colder because -5°F is less than -3°F.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What symbol would you use to compare -4 and -2?

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You would use < (less than) because -4 is less than -2.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B