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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Give an example of a positive rational number.

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1/2 is a positive rational number.

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Give an example of a negative rational number.

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-3/4 is a negative rational number.

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What is the least rational number in the set: 0.25, -1.5, -7/8, 3/4?

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-1.5 is the least rational number.

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What is the greatest rational number in the set: 1.82, -3/5, 1 19/20, 3/4?

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1 19/20 is the greatest rational number.

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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 -0.8 compared to -3/4?

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-0.8 is less than -3/4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.

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What is the decimal equivalent of -7/8?

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The decimal equivalent of -7/8 is -0.875.

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What is the fraction form of 0.6?

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The fraction form of 0.6 is 3/5.