Welcome to the Rational Numbers Page!
At Math-Center.Org, our Rational Numbers section helps students understand numbers that can be expressed as a ratio or fraction of two integers. This includes whole numbers, negative numbers, fractions, and decimals that terminate or repeat. In the middle school curriculum, students learn to compare, order, and operate with rational numbers across different representations—on number lines, in equations, and in real-life contexts. Understanding rational numbers builds a strong foundation for algebra, data analysis, and problem solving. Explore our clear explanations, examples, and curriculum-aligned activities to master this essential part of the number system.