Ordering and Comparing 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 determine which is larger or smaller.

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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 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.

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How do you order rational numbers from least to greatest?

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To order rational numbers from least to greatest, compare each number and arrange them in ascending order.

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What is the decimal representation of -1.2?

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The decimal representation of -1.2 is -1.2, which is located to the left of -1 on the number line.

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Order the following rational numbers from least to greatest: -4.2, -4 1/2, -4, 0, 4.

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-4 1/2, -4.2, -4, 0, 4.

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