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 order rational numbers from least to greatest?

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To order rational numbers, convert them to a common format (like decimals) and compare their values, arranging them from the smallest to the largest.

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What is the value of -1.5 compared to -1.1?

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-1.5 is less than -1.1.

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How do you compare two negative rational numbers?

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When comparing two negative numbers, the one with the greater absolute value is the smaller number. For example, -7 is greater than -8.

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What is the result of ordering the numbers -4.2, -4.5, -4, 4, 0 in descending order?

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The order from greatest to least is 4, 0, -4, -4.2, -4.5.

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

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A number is less than zero if it is a negative number.

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What is the decimal equivalent of -4 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of -4 1/2 is -4.5.

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How do you identify the position of a number on a number line?

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To identify a number on a number line, locate the point that corresponds to its value, moving left for negative numbers and right for positive numbers.

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What is the relationship between -3.75 and -4.25?

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-3.75 is greater than -4.25.

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What is the process for converting a fraction to a decimal?

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