Comparing 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. It is written as two numbers separated by a line, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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You can compare fractions by finding a common denominator or by using a number line.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction for 3/4?

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You can multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number, like 3/4 = 6/8.

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What fraction is greater: 1/4 or 6/8?

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6/8 is greater than 1/4.

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What does a number line show?

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A number line shows numbers in order, and can help us see the value of fractions.

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What fraction is represented at point G on a number line?

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Point G represents the fraction 2/3.

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Which two fractions are equivalent: 1/5 and 2/10 or 2/5 and 5/10?

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1/5 and 2/10 are equivalent fractions.