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 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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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to the same form (either both as fractions or both as decimals) and then compare their values.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75

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Which is greater: 0.8 or 4/5?

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They are equal; 0.8 = 4/5.

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What is the value of -3 in terms of rational numbers?

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

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How many rational numbers are there between 0 and 1?

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There are infinitely many rational numbers between 0 and 1.

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What is the value of 2/3 in decimal form?

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0.6667 (approximately).

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If a number is greater than 0, is it always a rational number?

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Not necessarily; it can be a rational number or an irrational number.