Comparing and Ordering 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, then compare their values.

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Order the following fractions from least to greatest: 1/2, 1/4, 3/4.

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1/4, 1/2, 3/4.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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'>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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'<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean?

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'=' means 'equal to'.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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Order the following numbers from least to greatest: -1, 0, 1.

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-1, 0, 1.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.