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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CCSS.5.NBT.A.2

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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 format (like decimals or fractions) and then determine which is greater, lesser, or equal.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/10?

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0.4

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CCSS.4.NF.C.6

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Which is greater: 0.44 or 4/10?

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0.44 is greater than 4/10.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

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What is the smallest number among -0.5, -0.07, -1, and 0.002?

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-1 is the smallest number.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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How do you determine if a fraction is greater than a negative decimal?

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If the fraction is positive and the decimal is negative, the fraction is greater.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/3?

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Approximately 0.67.

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Which is greater: 2/3 or -0.77?

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2/3 is greater than -0.77.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.7A

CCSS.6.NS.C.7B

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.203?

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0.203 is already in decimal form.

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Which is greater: 0.203 or 0.2?

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0.203 is greater than 0.2.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7