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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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 is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to compare or add fractions.

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Order the following rational numbers from least to greatest: 1/4, -3/7, 1/2.

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-3/7, 1/4, 1/2.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the process to order fractions?

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To order fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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0.25.

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What is the decimal equivalent of -3/7?

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Approximately -0.4286.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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Order the following numbers from least to greatest: -1, -1.1, -1.5, -1.15, -0.5.

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-1.5, -1.15, -1.1, -1, -0.5.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/8?

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0.625.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1