Classifying 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 a fraction, where both the numerator and the denominator are integers, and the denominator is not zero.

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Is -4 an integer?

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Yes, -4 is an integer.

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Is 0 a whole number?

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Yes, 0 is a whole number.

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Can a rational number be a decimal?

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Yes, a rational number can be expressed as a decimal, especially if it terminates or repeats.

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What is the classification of the number 0.89?

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0.89 is a rational number.

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Which of the following is not a rational number: 1/2, 0.75, or 1.57?

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1.57 is not a rational number.

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What is the best classification for the number -10?

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-10 is an integer.

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Is the statement 'All integers are whole numbers' true or false?

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False. Not all integers are whole numbers; negative integers are not whole numbers.

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What is the classification of the number 5?

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5 is a whole number and an integer.

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Can a whole number be negative?

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No, whole numbers are non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, 3, ...).