Meaning of "Rational"
Rational generally means:
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Based on reason or logic:
When someone is rational, they think clearly and make decisions based on facts, evidence, and logical reasoning rather than emotions or impulses. -
Capable of reasoning:
A rational being can think, understand, and form judgments logically. -
In mathematics:
A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers (e.g., 1/2, 3, -4/7).
Examples:
- A rational decision is one made after careful thought and consideration.
- Humans are typically considered rational animals because they can use logic.
- 0.75 is a rational number because it can be written as 3/4.
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