Order/Compare Rational Numbers (with Spiral Review)

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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 a/b, where a and b are integers and b 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 denominator or decimal form, then determine which is greater, lesser, or if they are equal.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.

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How can 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 4/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 4/10 is 0.4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 8/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 8/10 is 0.8.

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How do you order numbers from greatest to least?

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To order numbers from greatest to least, compare each number and arrange them starting with the largest.

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Order the following numbers from greatest to least: 9.21, 9.0, 9.2, 9.06.

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9.21, 9.2, 9.06, 9.0.