CBA #1 Review Part 2 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 compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common denominator or convert them to decimal form, then use <, >, or = to determine their relationship.

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What does it mean when we say a number is greater than another?

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A number is greater than another if it is to the right on the number line, meaning it has a higher value.

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What does it mean when we say a number is less than another?

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A number is less than another if it is to the left on the number line, meaning it has a lower value.

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What is the relationship between positive and negative numbers?

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Positive numbers are always greater than negative numbers.

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How do you convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100.

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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 least to greatest order?

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Least to greatest order arranges numbers from the smallest value to the largest value.

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How do you order the numbers 54%, 2/5, and 0.45 from least to greatest?

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First convert them to decimals: 54% = 0.54, 2/5 = 0.4, and 0.45. The order is 2/5 (0.4), 0.45, 54% (0.54).

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.