RATIONAL NUMBERS OPERATIONS

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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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What is the sum of two rational numbers?

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The sum of two rational numbers is found by adding their numerators and keeping the common denominator.

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What is the difference between two rational numbers?

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The difference is calculated by subtracting the second number's numerator from the first number's numerator, while keeping the common denominator.

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How do you multiply two rational numbers?

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To multiply two rational numbers, multiply their numerators together and their denominators together.

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How do you divide two rational numbers?

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To divide two rational numbers, multiply the first number by the reciprocal of the second number.

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What is the average rate of change?

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The average rate of change of a function over an interval is the change in the function's value divided by the change in the input value.

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What does a negative rational number represent?

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A negative rational number represents a value less than zero, indicating a loss or decrease.

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What is the absolute value of a rational number?

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The absolute value of a rational number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a rational number?

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The reciprocal of a rational number is obtained by flipping its numerator and denominator.