Rational Numbers: 7.2A, 7.3A, 7.3B

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What are rational numbers?

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Rational numbers are numbers that can be expressed as a fraction \( \frac{a}{b} \), where \( a \) and \( b \) are integers and \( b \neq 0 \). They include integers, whole numbers, and fractions.

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What is the relationship between whole numbers and integers?

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Whole numbers are a subset of integers. All whole numbers (0, 1, 2, 3, ...) are integers, but integers also include negative numbers (-1, -2, ...).

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What is a Venn diagram?

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A Venn diagram is a visual representation that shows the relationships between different sets. It uses overlapping circles to illustrate how the sets intersect.

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The value is -19.8.

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To find the total diameter of 8 bat handles, multiply the diameter of one handle by 8: \( 8 \times 1.75 = 14 \) inches.

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The value is -4.9.

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What are integers?

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Integers are whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero. They do not include fractions or decimals.

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What is the difference between whole numbers and rational numbers?

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Whole numbers are non-negative integers (0, 1, 2, ...), while rational numbers include all integers, fractions, and decimals that can be expressed as a fraction.

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How do you represent a negative number on a number line?

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Negative numbers are represented to the left of zero on a number line.

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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. For example, the absolute value of -5 is 5.