Ordering real numbers

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What is the definition of real numbers?

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Real numbers include all the numbers on the number line, including rational numbers (like integers and fractions) and irrational numbers (like √2 and π).

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How do you compare two real numbers?

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To compare two real numbers, you can use the number line: the number further to the right is greater, and the number further to the left is lesser.

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What is the least to greatest order?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them starting from the smallest value to the largest value.

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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 1/4?

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0.25

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What is the decimal equivalent of -3/5?

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-0.6

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How do you order negative numbers?

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When ordering negative numbers, the number with the larger absolute value is actually the smaller number.

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What is the decimal equivalent of -0.75?

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-0.75 is already in decimal form.

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How do you find the least number in a set?

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To find the least number in a set, compare all the numbers and identify the one that is the smallest.

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What is the process for ordering the numbers 5/8, -0.25, -1/8, 1.5 from least to greatest?

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Convert all numbers to decimals: 5/8 = 0.625, -0.25 = -0.25, -1/8 = -0.125, 1.5 = 1.5. Then order them: -0.25, -0.125, 0.625, 1.5.