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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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, 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 the fraction at point C on the number line if it is 2 out of 6 equal parts?

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The fraction is 2/6.

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Which fraction is not equivalent to 8/12?

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7/12 is not equivalent to 8/12.

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What is the fraction at point G on the number line if it is 2 out of 3 equal parts?

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The fraction is 2/3.

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What is the fraction at point a if it is 5 out of 4 equal parts?

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The fraction is 5/4.

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What is the fraction on the number line that the arrow is pointing to if it is 1 out of 4 equal parts?

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The fraction is 1/4.

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