Classifying Rational Numbers & Operations

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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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CCSS.5.NBT.A.2

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What are the classifications of rational numbers?

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Rational numbers can be classified into several categories: integers, whole numbers, natural numbers, and fractions.

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What is an integer?

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An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero, but does not include fractions or decimals.

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What is a whole number?

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Whole numbers are non-negative integers, including zero (0, 1, 2, 3, ...). They do not include negative numbers or fractions.

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What is a natural number?

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Natural numbers are the set of positive integers starting from 1 (1, 2, 3, ...). They do not include zero or negative numbers.

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How do you simplify fractions?

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To simplify fractions, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the difference between a whole number and an integer?

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All whole numbers are integers, but not all integers are whole numbers. Whole numbers are non-negative, while integers can be negative.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6A

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Can a negative number be a rational number?

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Yes, negative numbers can be rational numbers as long as they can be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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What is the result of -12/3?

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The result of -12/3 is -4, which is an integer.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2A

CCSS.7.NS.A.2B

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Is 74.8 a natural number?

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No, 74.8 is not a natural number because natural numbers are whole numbers and do not include decimals.