Classifying 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 a fraction.

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Give an example of a whole number.

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17 is an example of a whole number.

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What is a whole number?

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A whole number is a number with NO extra pieces; it is a counting number.

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Classify the number 1/4.

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1/4 is classified as a rational number.

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Classify the number 10.

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10 is classified as a whole number.

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.

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Is -9 a whole number?

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No, -9 is not a whole number; it is a negative integer.

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What is the difference between whole numbers and integers?

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Whole numbers are non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, ...), while integers include negative numbers as well.

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Can a fraction be a rational number?

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Yes, any fraction is a rational number.

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What is an example of a rational number?

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1/2 is an example of a rational number.