Question

Is the quotient of (-5) ÷ (-7) a rational number

Answer 1

Answer: The quotient of (-5)÷(-7) is a rational number

Step-by-step explanation:

It is asked that the quotient of (-5) / (-7) is a rational number ?

Rational Number : A rational number  is a number which can be expressed in the form p/q  

We multiply the numerator and denominator  of the fraction by -1

$\frac{(-5)(-1)}{(-7)(-1)}$

=$\frac{5}{7}$

i.e. the number can be expressed in the form p/q where p=5 and q=7

So the quotient is a rational number

Answer 2

Yes it is. 5\7 is a fraction, therefore it is rational; it can be written as a decimal, 0.714285...... [bar notation indication].