Compare and Order 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 format (like decimals or fractions) and then determine which is greater, lesser, or if they are equal.

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1.75

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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-3.33

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How do you order rational numbers from least to greatest?

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Convert all numbers to the same format (either all fractions or all decimals) and then arrange them in ascending order.

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0.125

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How do you compare negative rational numbers?

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For negative numbers, the number with the greater absolute value is the lesser number. For example, -5 is less than -3.

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-2.4

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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Write the decimal as a fraction with a denominator of 1, then multiply the numerator and denominator by 10 for each digit after the decimal point.