Classifying 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 a fraction or ratio of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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Where do whole numbers fit in the classification of numbers?

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Whole numbers are a subset of rational numbers that include all non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, 3, ...).

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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Is -3 a rational number?

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Yes, -3 is a rational number because it can be expressed as -3/1.

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Where would the number 8/4 be placed in number classification?

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8/4 is a whole number because it simplifies to 2.

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What category does 25% belong to?

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25% is a rational number because it can be expressed as 25/100 or 1/4.

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How can you express 20% as a fraction?

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20% can be expressed as 20/100, which simplifies to 1/5, making it a rational number.

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What is the classification of -4 1/3?

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-4 1/3 is classified as a rational number because it can be expressed as a fraction (-13/3).

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What is the difference between whole numbers and integers?

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Whole numbers include 0 and all positive numbers, while integers include negative numbers, zero, and positive numbers.

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Can a number be both an integer and a rational number?

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Yes, all integers are also rational numbers because they can be expressed as a fraction with a denominator of 1.