Comparing Rational Numbers on a Number Line

The video tutorial covers comparing rational numbers using a number line. It begins with an introduction to the concept and objective, followed by ordering numbers from least to greatest and understanding the position of negative numbers. The tutorial includes practice problems and concludes with a challenge problem, emphasizing the importance of visualizing numbers on a number line for better understanding.

What is the smallest number among 0, 3, 5, and 8?

• 5

• 3

• 8

• 0

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Which of the following statements is true about the number line?

• Numbers to the right are smaller.

• Numbers to the left are equal.

• Numbers to the left are larger.

• Numbers to the right are larger.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

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Which is smaller: -7.5 or -5?

• They are equal.

• -5

• Cannot be determined.

• -7.5

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If you owe someone $7.50 and another person owes $5, who owes more?

• Cannot be determined.

• They owe the same amount.

• The person who owes $5

• The person who owes $7.50

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Convert 7/2 to a mixed number.

• 2.5

• 4

• 3.5

• 3

Which number is greater: -2 or -2.5?

• Cannot be determined.

• They are equal.

• -2.5

• -2

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Who swam the 100 meters in less time: Shakya (2.2 minutes) or Faith (2 minutes)?

• They swam in the same time.

• Shakya

• Cannot be determined.

• Faith

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Is the statement 'Negative 400 is bigger than negative 300' correct?

• Yes

• No

• They are equal.

• Cannot be determined.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

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What happens to the value of numbers as you move to the right on a number line?

• They get smaller.

• They get larger.

• They stay the same.

• They become negative.

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What is the key concept to remember when comparing negative numbers?

• Negative numbers are always larger.

• Negative numbers are always smaller.

• The further left a negative number is, the smaller it is.

• The further right a negative number is, the smaller it is.

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