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 slash, 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 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 fraction is represented at point C if the number line is divided into 6 equal parts?

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2/6.

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Which fraction is equivalent to 3/6?

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1/2.

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What fraction is represented at point A if the number line is divided into 4 equal parts?

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3/4.

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

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2/3.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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

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How can you compare fractions?

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You can compare fractions by finding a common denominator or by converting them to decimals.