Whole numbers introduction

The video tutorial explains the concept of natural and whole numbers. Natural numbers, also known as counting numbers, include numbers like 1, 2, 3, and so on. Whole numbers are similar to natural numbers but include the number 0. The tutorial discusses how whole numbers can be expressed as fractions, such as 10 divided by 2, which results in a positive whole number. The key difference between natural and whole numbers is the inclusion of 0 in whole numbers. The video concludes by emphasizing the role of 0 in whole numbers.

What is the main difference between natural numbers and whole numbers?

• Whole numbers include negative numbers.

• Natural numbers include decimals.

• Whole numbers include the number 0.

• Natural numbers include fractions.

Which of the following is a whole number but not a natural number?

• 0

• 3

• 2

• 1

If you can write a number as a fraction like 10 divided by 2, what type of number is it?

• A natural number

• A whole number

• A decimal number

• A negative number

Why is the number 0 not included in natural numbers?

• Because it is a fraction.

• Because it is a decimal.

• Because it is a negative number.

• Because it is not a positive number.

Which of the following sets includes the number 0?

• Prime numbers

• Counting numbers

• Whole numbers

• Natural numbers