Comparing and 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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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 determine which is greater or lesser.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.

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Order the following numbers from least to greatest: -3, -1, 0, 2.

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-3, -1, 0, 2.

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Order the following numbers from least to greatest: -5, -2, -4, -1.

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-5, -4, -2, -1.

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Which is greater: -2 or -3?

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-2 is greater than -3.

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Which is less: -1/2 or -0.75?

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-0.75 is less than -1/2.

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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.