REVIEW: Compare and Order 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 compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to the same form (fraction, decimal, or percentage) and then determine which is greater, lesser, or equal.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/3?

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The decimal equivalent of 5/3 is approximately 1.67.

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Convert 125% to a fraction.

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125% as a fraction is 5/4.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to a common denominator or to decimal form, then compare their values.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 58.3%?

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The decimal equivalent of 58.3% is 0.583.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percentage?

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To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100.

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What is the value of -2 5/8 as a decimal?

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The value of -2 5/8 as a decimal is -2.625.

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How do you compare negative rational numbers?

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

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Order the following from greatest to least: 0.5, 5/8, 58.3%.

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Greatest to least: 58.3%, 5/8, 0.5.