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

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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, |-5| = 5.

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Which number is greater: -3 or -5?

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-3 is greater than -5 because it is closer to zero on the number line.

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What does it mean for a number to be the smallest?

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The smallest number is the one that is furthest to the left on the number line.

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How do you order fractions from greatest to least?

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To order fractions from greatest to least, convert them to a common denominator or compare their decimal equivalents.

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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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Fill in the blank: -2.1 ______ -2.5

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-2.1 > -2.5

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What is the result of adding two negative rational numbers?

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The result of adding two negative rational numbers is always a negative rational number.

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What is the result of multiplying a positive rational number by a negative rational number?

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The result is a negative rational number.