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Which of the following sets of numbers does NOT include rational numbers?
What is a defining characteristic of rational numbers?
Which of the following numbers is NOT a rational number?
Which of these fractions can be categorized as a rational number?
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What type of number comprises both rational and irrational numbers?
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Which of these best illustrates the relationship between the different sets of numbers?
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Which of these decimal representations indicates a rational number?
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What happens when a rational number is expressed as a decimal?
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Which method can be used to compare fractions with the same denominator?
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What is the larger fraction between $\frac{2}{5}$ and $\frac{3}{8}$?
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Which of the following rational numbers is the largest?
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When comparing $\frac{7}{9}$ and $\frac{8}{8}$, what symbol should be placed between them?
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Study Notes
Rational Numbers Overview
- Rational numbers can be expressed as fractions where both the numerator (𝑎) and denominator (𝑏) are integers, with 𝑏 ≠ 0.
- Examples of rational numbers include 2, -4, 0.5, and 3.
Number Sets
- Natural Numbers (ℕ): Counting numbers {1, 2, 3, 4, …}.
- Whole Numbers (𝕎): Natural numbers including zero {0, 1, 2, 3, 4, …}.
- Integers (𝕀): Positive and negative whole numbers {…, -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, …}.
- Irrational Numbers (ℚ̅): Cannot be expressed as fractions; non-terminating, non-repeating decimals. Examples include 𝜋 and √2.
- Real Numbers (ℝ): The complete set of rational and irrational numbers.
Characteristics of Rational Numbers
- Includes integers, fractions, terminating decimals, and repeating decimals.
- Visual representation can be illustrated using a Venn diagram to show the inclusion of various number sets.
Comparing and Ordering Numbers
- Comparing Decimals: Use place value to determine which number is larger (e.g., 9.25 vs. 9.7).
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Comparing Fractions:
- Common Denominators: If fractions share a denominator, the larger numerator indicates the larger fraction.
- Common Numerators: If fractions share a positive numerator, the smaller denominator indicates the larger fraction.
- Number Line: Use benchmarks to arrange fractions in order.
Examples of Rational Number Comparisons
- Example of Ordering: Arrange the following fractions and decimals in descending order: −3, 0.5, −1.8, −5, 3/4, 2, −3.3̅, 1.
- Greater than, Less than or Equal To: Using symbols (> , <, =) to compare rational numbers.
Additional Comparisons and Identifications
- The position of negative signs does not affect comparisons involving absolute values.
- Decimal identification: Find decimal numbers between given rational numbers, such as between −1 and 2 or −1 and 4.
Practical Exercises
- Create three different fractions from any two integers and convert each to decimal.
- Classify which numbers are rational from a given set (e.g., √9, 0.25, √75, π).
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Description
This quiz focuses on Unit 3 of Grade 9 Mathematics, specifically exploring rational numbers. You will learn about different number sets that constitute real numbers, including natural numbers and whole numbers. Test your understanding of what constitutes a rational number.
