Comparing and Ordering 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 the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common denominator or convert them to decimal form, then compare their values.

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in a sequence starting with the smallest value and ending with the largest value.

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What is the value of 1/2 compared to -1/2?

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1/2 > -1/2.

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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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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/4?

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5/4 = 1.25.

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Which is greater: -3/4 or -4/5?

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-3/4 > -4/5.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD) for fractions?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of the fractions.

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Order the following numbers from least to greatest: -1, -1.1, -1.5, -1.15, -0.5.

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-1.5, -1.15, -1.1, -1, -0.5.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.56?

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0.56 is already in decimal form.