Classify Rational Numbers HW

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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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Is -23 a rational number?

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Yes, -23 is a rational number because it can be expressed as -23/1.

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Is 0.8 a rational number?

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Yes, 0.8 is a rational number because it can be expressed as 8/10 or 4/5.

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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, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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Where do whole numbers fit in the classification of numbers?

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Whole numbers are a subset of integers that include all non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, 3, ...).

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Can a number be both an integer and a rational number?

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Yes, all integers are also rational numbers because they can be expressed as a fraction with a denominator of 1.

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What is the difference between rational and irrational numbers?

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Rational numbers can be expressed as fractions, while irrational numbers cannot be expressed as fractions and have non-repeating, non-terminating decimal expansions.

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How would you classify the number -6?

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-6 is classified as an integer and a rational number.

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What does it mean for a number to be classified as a whole number?

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A whole number is a non-negative integer, meaning it is 0 or greater and does not include fractions or decimals.

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Is the statement '0 is a rational number' true or false?

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True, 0 is a rational number because it can be expressed as 0/1.