Fractions on a Number Line

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a line, like 1/2.

Front

What does the top number in a fraction represent?

Back

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

Front

What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

Back

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

Front

What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

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

Front

How do you find a fraction on a number line?

Back

To find a fraction on a number line, divide the line into equal parts based on the denominator and count the parts based on the numerator.

Front

What is 1/2 equivalent to?

Back

1/2 is equivalent to 2/4 and 4/8.

Front

What is the fraction at point A on the number line if it is 3 parts out of 4?

Back

The fraction at point A is 3/4.

Front

What is the fraction at point B on the number line if it is 1 part out of 4?

Back

The fraction at point B is 1/4.

Front

What is the fraction at point C on the number line if it is 2 parts out of 6?

Back

The fraction at point C is 2/6.

Front

Is 4/4 equal to 1?

Back

Yes, 4/4 is equal to 1 because it represents a whole.