Locating Rational Numbers on a Number Line

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as a fraction or ratio of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you locate a rational number on a number line?

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To locate a rational number on a number line, identify the position that corresponds to the value of the fraction or decimal, dividing the line into equal parts.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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What is the fraction represented by the decimal 0.4?

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2/5

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the value of -2/6 in simplest form?

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-1/3

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Which point on a number line represents 0?

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The point that is exactly in the middle of the negative and positive numbers.

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What is the difference between positive and negative rational numbers?

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Positive rational numbers are greater than zero, while negative rational numbers are less than zero.

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How can you identify equivalent fractions?

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Fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value when simplified.

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What is the value of 7/8 as a decimal?

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0.875