Ordering and comparing rational numbers

A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common denominator or convert them to decimal form, then use the symbols >, <, or =.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The value is 0, as they are opposites.

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