Math Problem Statement

is -11 rational

Solution

Yes, 11-11 is a rational number.

A rational number is any number that can be expressed as a quotient or fraction ab\frac{a}{b}, where aa and bb are integers, and bb is not zero.

11-11 can be written as 111\frac{-11}{1}, where 11-11 is an integer and 11 is a non-zero integer. Therefore, 11-11 is a rational number.

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What makes a number rational versus irrational?
  2. How can you express any integer as a fraction?
  3. Are all whole numbers rational?
  4. Can a rational number be negative?
  5. How do you identify whether a decimal is rational or irrational?

Tip: Any integer can be considered a rational number because it can be expressed as a fraction with a denominator of 1.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Theory
Rational Numbers

Formulas

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Theorems

Definition of Rational Numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8