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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 compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common format (either both as fractions or both as decimals) and then compare their values.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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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 add or subtract fractions.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the process for ordering rational numbers?

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To order rational numbers, convert them to a common format (fractions or decimals), then compare their values from least to greatest.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What does it mean for a number to be greater than another?

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A number is greater than another if it is further to the right on the number line.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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What does it mean for a number to be less than another?

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A number is less than another if it is further to the left on the number line.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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How do you order negative rational numbers?

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When ordering negative rational numbers, the number with the greater absolute value is actually the lesser number.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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How do you find the greatest rational number from a set?

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To find the greatest rational number, compare all numbers in the set and identify the one with the highest value.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B