REVIEW: Compare and Order 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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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to a common format (like decimals or fractions) and then determine their relative sizes using <, >, or =.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/3?

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The decimal equivalent of 2/3 is approximately 0.6667.

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How do you order a set of rational numbers from least to greatest?

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Convert all numbers to the same format (either all fractions or all decimals) and then arrange them based on their values.

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What is the relationship between fractions and percentages?

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Fractions can be converted to percentages by multiplying the fraction by 100.

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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 negative rational numbers?

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Negative rational numbers represent values less than zero and are used to indicate loss, debt, or below-average performance.

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How do you compare negative rational numbers?

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When comparing negative rational numbers, the number with the greater absolute value is actually the smaller number.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.

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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.