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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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 do you find a fraction on a number line?

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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.

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What is 1/2 equivalent to?

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

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

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The fraction at point A is 3/4.

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

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The fraction at point B is 1/4.

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

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The fraction at point C is 2/6.

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Is 4/4 equal to 1?

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

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