Ordering and comparing rational numbers

Front

What integer represents going down 4 flights in an elevator?

Back

-4

Front

Fill in the blank with the correct sign >, < , or =: -3.4 ________ -2.5

Back

<

Front

Which would represent earning 10 dollars?

Back

10

Front

Which number is the smallest? -7, 2, -9, 0, 3, -8

Back

-9

Front

Fill in the blank with the correct sign >, < , or =: -3/4 ________ -4/5

Back

>

Front

What is a rational number?

Back

A number that can be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

Front

How do you compare two rational numbers?

Back

Convert them to a common denominator or decimal form.

Front

What is the absolute value of a number?

Back

The distance of that number from zero on the number line, always positive.

Front

What does it mean for a number to be negative?

Back

It is less than zero and represents a loss or a decrease.

Front

What is the opposite of a positive number?

Back

The negative of that number.