Math Problem Statement

Identify each rational number.

Does Not Terminate  

          in Zeros    



Terminates in Zeros   



 −4815






 28.178¯¯¯¯¯







      15





       

      79







    0.200...  






    0.005  



Solution

Let's break down each number and categorize it based on whether it terminates in zeros or does not terminate in zeros:

  1. −4815

    • This is an integer and a rational number. It terminates in zeros because any whole number can be written with zeros after the decimal point (e.g., -4815.000...).
  2. 28.178¯¯¯¯¯

    • The notation 28.178¯¯¯¯¯ indicates a repeating decimal, meaning 178 repeats indefinitely. This number does not terminate in zeros because it repeats a sequence rather than ending in zeros. However, it's a rational number because repeating decimals are considered rational.
  3. 15

    • This is another integer and a rational number. It terminates in zeros since it can be written as 15.000...
  4. 79

    • Like the others, this is an integer and a rational number. It terminates in zeros because it can be expressed as 79.000...
  5. 0.200...

    • This is a terminating decimal number. It terminates in zeros since the decimal places stop after 0.200.
  6. 0.005

    • This number also terminates in zeros, as it ends at the third decimal place without repeating.

Summary:

  • Terminates in Zeros: −4815, 15, 79, 0.200..., 0.005
  • Does Not Terminate in Zeros: 28.178¯¯¯¯¯ (since it repeats).

Do you have any questions, or would you like further details on these classifications?

Related Questions:

  1. What is the difference between repeating decimals and terminating decimals?
  2. How do you convert a repeating decimal into a fraction?
  3. Why are all integers considered rational numbers?
  4. How can you tell if a decimal representation of a number is rational?
  5. Are there any irrational numbers in this set?

Tip: Any decimal that repeats or terminates is always a rational number because it can be written as a fraction.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Rational Numbers
Repeating Decimals
Terminating Decimals
Integers

Formulas

A number is rational if it can be expressed as a fraction a/b, where b ≠ 0

Theorems

Theorem: Any repeating or terminating decimal is a rational number
Theorem: All integers are rational numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8