Ordering Real Numbers

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What is the definition of real numbers?

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Real numbers include all the numbers on the number line, including rational numbers (like integers and fractions) and irrational numbers (like π and √2).

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How do you compare two real numbers?

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To compare two real numbers, you can use the number line: the number further to the right is greater, and the number further to the left is lesser.

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What is the process for ordering real numbers?

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To order real numbers, convert them to a common format (like decimals or fractions), then compare their values from least to greatest or greatest to least.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 31%?

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31% is equivalent to 0.31.

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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 ⅞?

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⅞ is equivalent to 0.875.

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

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The least number is the one that is furthest to the left on the number line.

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What is the square root of 2 (√2) approximately equal to?

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√2 is approximately equal to 1.414.

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How do you order negative numbers?

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When ordering negative numbers, the number with the greater absolute value is the lesser number (e.g., -5 is less than -3).

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What is the value of π (pi) approximately?

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π is approximately equal to 3.14.