Question

which number would go outside the circles?
a. 2
b. -7
c. 0
d. 0.3

Explanation:

Step1: Recall definitions

Whole numbers are \(0,1,2,3,\cdots\). Integers are \(\cdots,- 2,-1,0,1,2,\cdots\).

Step2: Analyze each option

• Option A: \(2\) is a whole number and an integer.
• Option B: \(-7\) is an integer (not a whole number).
• Option C: \(0\) is a whole number and an integer.
• Option D: \(0.3=\frac{3}{10}\) is a decimal (not an integer or a whole number).

Answer:

D. \(0.3\)