Question

Which of the following classifications best represents -2.5?

A) Whole, Integer, Rational
B) Integer, Rational
C) Whole, Rational
D) Only Rational

Answer 1

D) Only Rational

Explanation:

Whole # & integer do not include fraction or decimals that eliminates a,b,c.

Answer 2

The number -2.5 can be represented as a rational number because it can be expressed as a ratio of two integers (-5/2). Therefore, the correct answer is (D) Only Rational. It is not a whole number, integer or a natural number.