Putting rational numbers on a number line

To put rational numbers on a number line you may convert them to decimals, then use what you know about money to put them in order. Remember also that the negatives are like a mirror for the positives. If 0.75 is close to 1.00 or 1 dollar then -0.75 is close to
-1.00.

For more information about rational numbers click here.




Tonight's homework (section 2-2) in the textbook. Read page 91-93. Do numbers 10-29, 39-41


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Comparing and ordering rational numbers with negative decimals

We discussed comparing and ordering rational number. In sixth and seventh grade students were asked to put positive rational numbers (fractions, decimals, and percents) in order. In eighth grade they are asked to do the same but with some negative rational numbers mixed into the problems. What students need to remember is that you put these values in order the same way that you put integers in order.

To learn more view the video below or click on the following link: Comparing fractions decimals and percents





Here is a list of some of the common fraction decimal percent equivalencies:

Advice from students last year

The following presentation contains advice that some of last year's students gave to the incoming eighth grade students.