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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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common format (like decimals or fractions) and then determine which is greater or lesser.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/12?

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0.25

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Order the following from least to greatest: -1, 0, 1.

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-1, 0, 1

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What is the decimal equivalent of 8/9?

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Approximately 0.888.

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How do you order negative numbers?

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Negative numbers are ordered from least to greatest by their absolute values; the number with the largest absolute value is the least.

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Fill in the blank: -4 _____ -2.

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What is the first step in ordering a set of rational numbers?

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Convert all numbers to the same format (either all fractions or all decimals).

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Order the following fractions from least to greatest: 1/2, 3/4, 1/3.

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

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What is the value of -6 compared to -4?

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-6 is less than -4.