Integers & Rational Numbers

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. They do not include fractions or decimals.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1A

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What are rational numbers?

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Rational numbers are numbers that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.2

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7

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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. It is always non-negative.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7C

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What is the opposite of a number?

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The opposite of a number is the number that is the same distance from zero but in the opposite direction on the number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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What does it mean for two numbers to be equal?

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Two numbers are equal if they represent the same value, regardless of their form (e.g., 0.06 and 0.060 are equal).

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

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What is the significance of the number line in understanding integers and rational numbers?

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The number line visually represents the order and relative position of integers and rational numbers, helping to understand their relationships.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6C

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How do you determine if a number is greater than or less than another number?

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To determine if a number is greater than or less than another, compare their values on the number line or use their decimal or fractional forms.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

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What is the result of negating a negative integer?

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Negating a negative integer results in a positive integer (e.g., -(-26) = 26).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1B

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What is the relationship between positive and negative numbers on the number line?

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Positive numbers are located to the right of zero, while negative numbers are located to the left of zero on the number line.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A