What Are Whole Numbers?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Whole Numbers What Are Whole Numbers? Whole numbers are a set of numbers that includes positive integers and 0. This article covers everything you need to know about whole numbers. Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2025 Key takeaways • Whole numbers are not parts of numbers–such as decimals or fractions. […]
What is a Number Line?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Number Line What is a Number Line? In math, a number line is a visual representation of sequential numbers on a straight, horizontal line. Let’s learn all about this useful mathematical tool! Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Number lines strengthen mental math skills by bridging concrete […]
What is Standard Form?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Standard Form What is Standard Form? Standard form helps us represent numbers and equations clearly and consistently. Let’s explore the concept in more detail! Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Standard form is a concept that helps us to consistently represent numbers and equations. • Fractions and […]
What Are Rational Numbers?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Rational Numbers What Are Rational Numbers? Whether you’re a student or are looking to improve your numeracy skills, understanding rational numbers is crucial. Let’s discover what makes rational numbers so fascinating! Author Jill Padfield Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways • A rational number is a number that can be expressed […]
What is Place Value?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Place Value What is Place Value? Learn what place value is and have a go at some questions! Author Katie Wickliff Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways • Place value is based on a pattern of tens. • Every digit in a number has a place value. • Place value charts […]
What are Negative Numbers?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Negative Numbers What are Negative Numbers? A guide for negative numbers and their real-world applications Author Tess Loucka Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways • A negative number is any number smaller than zero. • Two negative signs next to each other can be replaced by one positive sign (+). • When multiplying […]
What are irrational numbers?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Irrational Numbers What are irrational numbers? You may have heard about irrational numbers, but what exactly are they? Let’s explore the definition of irrational numbers and famous irrational number examples. Author Tess Loucka Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Irrational numbers are real numbers that cannot be expressed as a […]
What is an Integer?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Integer What is an Integer? The rules and properties of integers and how to use them Author Tess Loucka Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Integers are a set of numbers that include positive numbers, negative numbers, and zero. Fractions and decimals are not considered integers. • The sign put […]
What is Expanded Form?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Expanded Form What is Expanded Form? Learn what standard form is and have a go at some questions! Author Katie Wickliff Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways • Expanded form is a way to write numbers by adding the value of its digits • Using expanded form helps us to determine […]
What Are Composite Numbers?
Home Math Resources Skills Numbers Composite Numbers What Are Composite Numbers? Learn the definition of composite numbers, how we use them in math and see a list of composite numbers 1 to 100 Author Amber Watkins Published: March 2025 Key takeaways • Composite numbers include all natural numbers that have more than two factors. • […]