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 symbols >, <, or =.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number that is the same distance from zero on the number line but in the opposite direction.

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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 does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to' and indicates that two values are the same.

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How do you determine which of two negative numbers is greater?

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When comparing two negative numbers, the one that is closer to zero is greater.

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If -2.5 and -2.3 are compared, which is greater?

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-2.3 is greater than -2.5 because it is closer to zero.

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What is the value of -1.5 + 1.5?

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The value is 0, as they are opposites.

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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.