Comparing 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 convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100. For example, 54% = 54 ÷ 100 = 0.54.

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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. For example, 2/5 = 2 ÷ 5 = 0.4.

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What is the first step in ordering rational numbers?

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The first step is to convert all numbers to the same form (either fractions, decimals, or percentages) to compare them easily.

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How do you compare two rational numbers?

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To compare two rational numbers, convert them to the same form and then determine which is greater or lesser based on their values.

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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 inequality sign for 'greater than'?

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The inequality sign for 'greater than' is '>'.

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How do you identify the least number in a set of rational numbers?

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To identify the least number, compare all the numbers and find the one with the smallest value.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.45?

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The decimal equivalent of 0.45 is simply 0.45.

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How do you order negative rational numbers?

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When ordering negative rational numbers, the number with the largest absolute value is the smallest. For example, -3 is less than -2.

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