Rational Numbers on a Number Line

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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 represent -1.2 on a number line?

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To represent -1.2 on a number line, locate the point that is slightly to the left of -1, between -1 and -2.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6C

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What decimal is represented by point B if it is at 0.4?

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Point B represents the decimal 0.4 on the number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6C

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How do you convert the mixed number 1 1/4 to an improper fraction?

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1 1/4 can be converted to an improper fraction by multiplying the whole number (1) by the denominator (4) and adding the numerator (1): 1*4 + 1 = 5, so it becomes 5/4.

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Which number line shows the fraction 1/2?

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The number line that shows 1/2 will have a point exactly halfway between 0 and 1.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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What is the value of -2/6 in decimal form?

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-2/6 simplifies to -1/3, which is approximately -0.33 in decimal form.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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How do you find the decimal equivalent of a fraction?

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To find the decimal equivalent of a fraction, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the significance of the zero point on a number line?

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The zero point on a number line serves as the reference point for positive and negative numbers.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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How do you identify the location of a negative decimal on a number line?

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Negative decimals are located to the left of zero on a number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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What does the term 'absolute value' mean?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7C