UNIT 2 RATIONAL NUMBERS CFA

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What is a rational number?

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

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What is the sum of two negative numbers?

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The sum of two negative numbers is always negative.

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Calculate: -2.61 + (-6.88)

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-9.49

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What is the result of adding a positive and a negative fraction?

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The result depends on the absolute values of the fractions; if the positive fraction is larger, the result is positive, and if the negative fraction is larger, the result is negative.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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0.45

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What is the result of subtracting a negative number from a negative number?

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Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

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Calculate: -7.34 - (-5.51)

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-1.83

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What is the product of two negative fractions?

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The product of two negative fractions is positive.