Properties of Rational Numbers
Various properties of rational numbers are,
- The results are always a rational number if we multiply, add, or subtract any two rational numbers.
- Multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator of any rational number with the same number does not change the number such that, p/q = ap/aq.
- Multiplication, Division, Addition, and Subtraction of any two rational numbers result in a rational number.
- The additive inverse of the rational number is zero as p/q + 0 = p/q
- The multiplicative inverse of the rational number is 1 as p/q × 1 = p/q
Rational Numbers
Rational Numbers: A rational number is a type of real number expressed as p/q, where q ≠ 0. Any fraction with a non-zero denominator qualifies as a rational number. Examples include 1/2, 1/5, 3/4, and so forth. Additionally, the number 0 is considered a rational number as it can be represented in various forms such as 0/1, 0/2, 0/3, etc.
In this article, learn about rational numbers, their properties, examples, and others in detail.