1.4 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 a fraction, where both the numerator and the denominator are integers, and 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 decimal form, then determine which is greater or lesser.

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest number and ending with the largest.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'equal to'?

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The symbol for 'equal to' is =.

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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 decimal equivalent of 7/8?

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The decimal equivalent of 7/8 is 0.875.

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If you have the numbers 1.25, 1.52, 1.02, and 1.50, which is the smallest?

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The smallest number is 1.02.

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In a race, if Jaxon finishes in 13.18 seconds, Phil in 11.02 seconds, Riley in 15.1 seconds, and Nash in 13.2 seconds, who is the fastest?

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Phil is the fastest, finishing in 11.02 seconds.