Comparing Rational Numbers in 7th Grade Math

The video tutorial guides viewers through the process of ordering a set of rational numbers from least to greatest. It begins by listing the numbers and then uses a number line to visualize and compare them. Each number is plotted on the line, including converting an improper fraction to a mixed number for easier placement. The tutorial concludes by finalizing the order of the numbers, providing a clear understanding of their relative positions.

What is the task given in the video?

• To convert rational numbers to decimals

• To multiply rational numbers

• To order rational numbers from least to greatest

• To find the sum of rational numbers

Which of the following numbers is NOT listed in the given set?

• 4.5

• 3.3

• 21/12

• 1/2

What is the purpose of drawing a number line in the video?

• To add the numbers

• To subtract the numbers

• To convert the numbers to fractions

• To visualize the placement of the numbers

Where is 1/2 placed on the number line?

• Between 2 and 3

• Between 0 and 1

• Between -1 and 0

• Between 1 and 2

What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

• 0.25

• 1.5

• 0.75

• 0.5

Where is -5 placed on the number line?

• Between -3 and -2

• Between -5 and -4

• Between -6 and -5

• Between -4 and -3

What is the mixed number form of 21/12?

• 1 and 1/2

• 1 and 3/4

• 2 and 1/4

• 1 and 1/3

Where is -5.5 placed on the number line?

• Between -5 and -4

• Between -6 and -5

• Between -4 and -3

• Between -6 and -7

Where is 2 and 1/8 placed on the number line?

• Between 1 and 2

• Between 2 and 3

• Between 3 and 4

• Between 0 and 1

Which number is the smallest in the ordered list?

• -5.5

• -5

• 1/2

• 0