Comparing 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 line, 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.

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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.

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How do you compare two fractions?

Back

You can compare fractions by finding a common denominator or by using a number line.

Front

What is a number line?

Back

A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals. It helps us visualize numbers and fractions.

Front

Which is greater: 1/2 or 4/6?

Back

4/6 is greater than 1/2.

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Which is greater: 1/4 or 1/2?

Back

1/2 is greater than 1/4.

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What fraction does the blue dot represent if it is halfway between 0 and 1?

Back

The blue dot represents 1/2.

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What does it mean if a fraction is greater than another fraction?

Back

It means that the part represented by the first fraction is larger than the part represented by the second fraction.

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How can you tell if 3/4 is greater than 3/5 on a number line?

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3/4 is to the right of 3/5 on the number line, which means it is greater.