0 is the smallest rational number. Is the given statement true or false

Solution:

A rational number is defined as a number which can be written as p/q form

0 can be written as 0/1

Hence, 0 is also a rational number but not the smallest rational number.

✦ Try This: -1/2 or 1/2. Which rational number is smaller?

-1/2 is a negative rational number. 1/2 is a positive rational number.

Therefore -1/2 is smaller.

☛ Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 8 Maths Chapter 1

NCERT Exemplar Class 8 Maths Chapter 1 Problem 94

Summary:

0 is not the smallest rational number

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