Question

The rational numbers $\frac{1}{2}$ and $-1$ are on the opposite sides of zero on the number line.
State whether the statement is true (T) or false (F).

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Step 1. Number Line

1. A number line is a pictorial representation of numbers on a straight line. It’s a reference for comparing and ordering numbers.
2. On a number 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.

Step 2. Rational Numbers on Number Line

$\frac{1}{2}$ s a positive rational number so it lies to the right side of $0$ on the number line.

$-1$ is a negative rational number so it lies to the left side of $0$ on the number line.

Hence, the given statement is True.