The rational number $\frac{7}{- 4}$ lies to the right side of zero on the number line. State whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Explanation.
A number line is a pictorial representation of numbers on a straight line. Zero is the middle point of a number line.
All positive numbers occupy the right side of the zero whereas negative numbers occupy the left side of zero on the number line.
The given rational number is negative. So, $\frac{7}{- 4}$ lies to the right side of zero on the number line.
Hence, the given statement is False.

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