Finite Math Examples

Determine the Types of the Numbers {-2,1/3}
Step 1
There are six common sets of numbers.
Natural (Counting) Numbers:
Whole Numbers: Natural Numbers and
Integers:
Rational Numbers: Integers, Fractions, and Terminating or Repeating Decimals
Irrational Numbers: Non Terminating or Non Repeating Decimals
Real Numbers: Rational Numbers and Irrational Numbers
Step 2
Determine which sets the numbers fit into.
Natural (Counting) Numbers:
Whole Numbers:
Integers:
Rational Numbers:
Irrational Numbers:
Real Numbers: