6th grade Day 3 Review: Understanding 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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What is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, the absolute value of -5 is 5.

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How do you find the opposite of a rational number?

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The opposite of a rational number is found by changing its sign. For example, the opposite of -24.76 is +24.76.

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What does zero represent in financial contexts?

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In financial contexts, zero often represents the initial amount of money before any transactions occur.

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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 use a number line to see which is greater or lesser.

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What is the significance of negative numbers in real-life situations?

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Negative numbers can represent debts, temperatures below zero, or losses in various contexts.

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What does it mean for a number to be between two other numbers on a number line?

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A number is between two other numbers on a number line if it is greater than the smaller number and less than the larger number.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the absolute value of |-23|?

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The absolute value of |-23| is 23.