Fractions on a Number Line

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What is a fraction?

Back

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

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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 a number line?

Back

A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals. It helps us understand the position of numbers, including fractions.

Front

How do you find a fraction on a number line?

Back

To find a fraction on a number line, divide the segment between two whole numbers into equal parts based on the denominator.

Front

What fraction is represented at point B if the number line is divided into 10 equal parts?

Back

4/10.

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What fraction is represented at point G if the number line shows 3 equal parts?

Back

2/3.

Front

What does it mean if a number line shows halves?

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It means the line is divided into 2 equal parts.

Front

What whole number is represented by the fraction 8/8?

Back

One.

Front

What fraction is at point B if the number line is divided into 6 equal parts?

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2/6.