Compare and Order 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 convert them to decimal form and then compare their values.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to compare or add fractions.

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How do you order rational numbers?

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To order rational numbers, compare their values and arrange them from the smallest to the largest.

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What is the difference between positive and negative rational numbers?

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Positive rational numbers are greater than zero, while negative rational numbers are less than zero.

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How do you identify the greatest rational number in a set?

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The greatest rational number in a set is the one with the highest value when all numbers are compared.

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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.

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How do you convert a negative fraction to a positive fraction?

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To convert a negative fraction to a positive fraction, simply remove the negative sign.

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What is the number line?

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A number line is a straight line that represents numbers as points, with positive numbers to the right of zero and negative numbers to the left.

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How do you find the midpoint between two rational numbers?

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The midpoint between two rational numbers is found by averaging them: (a + b) / 2.