real numbers Flashcards
1
Q
what is a real number?
A
all the rational numbers and irrational numbers
2
Q
what is a rational number?
A
numbers that can be represented as
a/b; a, b; integers
3
Q
rational numbers can be either ___ or ____
A
terminating (ex. 2.5)
repeating (ex. 0.3333..)
4
Q
what is an irrational number?
A
a number that is nonreapeating and not terminating
ex. pi
5
Q
to arrange fractions on a number line, make sure all fractions are in what form?
A
mixed number
6
Q
to arrange fractions on a number line, locate the two ______ the fraction in between
A
integers
7
Q
to arrange fractions on a number line, use _________________, place a dot and label it
A
appropriate scale
