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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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75

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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 decimal form and then compare their values.

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What is the value of -3 compared to 0?

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-3 is less than 0.

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What is the value of 5 compared to 0?

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5 is greater than 0.

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What does it mean to order numbers in ascending order?

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Ordering numbers in ascending order means arranging them from the smallest to the largest.

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Which is greater: 2/3 or 3/4?

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3/4 is greater than 2/3.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/5?

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0.4

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Fill in the blank: 1/3 ________ 1/2

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< (1/3 is less than 1/2)