Fractions on a Number Line

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How is a fraction represented on a number line?

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A fraction is represented on a number line by marking a point that corresponds to its value, dividing the segment between whole numbers into equal parts based on the denominator.

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What does the numerator of a fraction indicate?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator of a fraction indicate?

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The denominator indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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Equivalent fractions can be found by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and the denominator by the same non-zero number.

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What is the process to add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.