Comparing and Ordering 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 denominator or convert them to decimal form, then compare their values.

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What does it mean to order numbers in ascending order?

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Ordering numbers in ascending order means arranging them from the smallest to the largest.

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What is the decimal equivalent of -3/4?

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The decimal equivalent of -3/4 is -0.75.

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How do you identify the least number in a set of rational numbers?

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The least number in a set of rational numbers is the one with the smallest value when compared.

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What is the difference between positive and negative rational numbers?

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Positive rational numbers are greater than zero, while negative rational numbers are less than zero.

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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 significance of zero in comparing rational numbers?

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Zero is the dividing point between positive and negative rational numbers; all positive numbers are greater than zero, and all negative numbers are less.

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How do you order the numbers -1, -0.5, -2, 0.5 from least to greatest?

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The order from least to greatest is -2, -1, -0.5, 0.5.

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What is the result of comparing -1.8 and 0.8?

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-1.8 < 0.8, meaning -1.8 is less than 0.8.

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