Ordering Rational Numbers on a Number Line

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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 order rational numbers on a number line?

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To order rational numbers on a number line, identify their values and place them in increasing order from left to right.

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number that is the same distance from zero on the number line but in the opposite direction.

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What is the value of point A if it is -4/7?

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Point A represents the rational number -4/7 on the number line.

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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 least integer in the set: 8, 0, -1, 1, -3?

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The least integer in the set is -3.

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What is the greatest integer in the set: 8, 0, -1, 1, -3?

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The greatest integer in the set is 8.

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How do you find the midpoint between two rational numbers?

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To find the midpoint, add the two numbers together and divide by 2.

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What fraction is represented at point B if it is 4/10?

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Point B represents the rational number 4/10 on the number line.

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Which number line shows 1/2?

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The number line labeled A shows the position of 1/2.