Ordering Rational Numbers

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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 order rational numbers?

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To order rational numbers, convert them to a common format (like decimals or fractions) and compare their values from least to greatest.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

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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 on the number line but in the opposite direction.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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What is the smallest integer?

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The smallest integer is negative infinity, but among a set of integers, it is the one with the lowest value.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

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How do you compare negative numbers?

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

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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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, the absolute value of -4 is 4.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7C

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How do you convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100. For example, 22% becomes 0.22.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD) of two fractions?

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To find the LCD, list the multiples of the denominators and find the smallest multiple they have in common.

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What is the process for adding fractions?

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To add fractions, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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