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 decimal form, then determine which is greater or lesser.

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

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

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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 number and ending with the largest.

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How do you convert a decimal to a percent?

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To convert a decimal to a percent, multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign (%).

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What is the percent equivalent of 0.75?

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0.75 as a percent is 75%.

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How do you compare fractions to decimals?

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To compare fractions to decimals, convert the fraction to a decimal or the decimal to a fraction, then compare the two values.

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What is the value of -3/7 in decimal form?

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-3/7 is approximately -0.4286.

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How do you order the following numbers: -1 1/4, -1 1/5, -0.99, 1 13/20, 1.8?

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Ordered from least to greatest: -1 1/4, -1 1/5, -0.99, 1 13/20, 1.8.

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What is the greatest number in the set: -12, 15, -1, 3?

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The greatest number is 15.