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 looking at their positions on a number line or by finding a common denominator.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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It means that the first fraction represents a larger part of the whole than the second fraction.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

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It means they represent the same part of a whole, even if they look different, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction?

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You can find an equivalent fraction by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals, used to represent numbers and fractions.

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Where would you place 1/2 on a number line?

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1/2 is placed halfway between 0 and 1 on a number line.