Mathematics Chapter 8: Rational Numbers 8.1 Introduction
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By including 0 to natural numbers, what set of numbers did we get?

  • Integers
  • Fractions
  • Rational numbers
  • Whole numbers (correct)

    • What numbers were used for counting objects around you?

  • Natural numbers (correct)
  • Rational numbers
  • Integers
  • Whole numbers

    • What kind of numbers are formed by combining the negatives of natural numbers with whole numbers?

  • Whole numbers
  • Rational numbers
  • Fractions
  • Integers (correct)

    • What are fractions?

    <p>Numbers of the form denominator where the numerator is either 0 or a positive integer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is introduced in this chapter along with their operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division?

    <p>Rational numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines a rational number?

    <p>A number expressed in the form p/q, where p and q are integers and q is not equal to 0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How could integers be used to denote opposite situations involving numbers?

    <p>By using negative integers and positive integers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can we represent a distance of -750m below sea level in km?

    <p>Yes, as -0.75 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is the number 2 a rational number?

    <p>Yes, as 2/1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are integers also rational numbers?

    <p>Yes, because any integer can be written in the form p/1, making it a rational number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rational number?

    <p>A number that can be expressed as p/q where p and q are integers and q ≠ 0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can any decimal number be considered a rational number?

    <p>Yes, any decimal number can be converted to a rational number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'rational' in relation to numbers?

    <p>'Rational' comes from the term 'ratio', indicating that these numbers are ratios of two integers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is -5 a rational number?

    <p>Yes, as -5/1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a negative distance below sea level be represented in kilometers?

    <p>Yes, using a negative value in kilometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Can we denote the distance of -750m below sea level in km?' What is the most accurate answer to this question?

    <p>'Yes'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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