a number that can be expressed exactly by a ratio of two integers.
any real number of the form a/b, where a and b are integers and b is not zero, as 7 or 7/3
A number that can be expressed as an integer or a quotient of integers. For example, 2, -5, and 1/2 are rational numbers.
noun 1. any of the mathematical operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Rational suicide
noun the concept that suicide is presumably a reasonable choice by a terminally ill person; also, the ending of one’s life for considered reasons as opposed to emotional/psychological reasons
- Rational therapy
rational therapy n. Psychotherapy based on the premise that a lack of information or illogical thought patterns basically cause the patient’s difficulties.
[rash-uh n, rey-shuh n] /ˈræʃ ən, ˈreɪ ʃən/ noun 1. a fixed allowance of provisions or food, especially for soldiers or sailors or for civilians during a shortage: a daily ration of meat and bread. 2. an allotted amount: They finally saved up enough gas rations for the trip. 3. rations. verb (used with object) […]