Compare & Order Rational Numbers

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What are rational numbers?

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Rational numbers are numbers 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 and then compare their values.

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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: 1/2, 3/4, 1/3, 2/5.

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2/5, 1/3, 1/2, 3/4.

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero, but do not include fractions or decimals.

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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 difference between natural numbers and whole numbers?

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Natural numbers are positive integers starting from 1, while whole numbers include all natural numbers and zero.

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How do you find the average of a set of rational numbers?

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Add all the rational numbers together and divide by the total count of numbers.

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What does it mean for two numbers to be equal?

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Two numbers are equal if they represent the same value, regardless of their form (fraction, decimal, etc.).