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 represent 1/2 on a number line?

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1/2 is located halfway between 0 and 1 on a number line.

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What fraction is represented by the point that is one-fourth of the way from 0 to 1 on a number line?

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1/4 is represented by the point that is one-fourth of the way from 0 to 1.

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If a circle is divided into 8 equal parts, what fraction represents 3 shaded parts?

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3 shaded parts represent the fraction 3/8.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is an example of an equivalent fraction for 1/2?

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An equivalent fraction for 1/2 is 2/4.

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What fraction of the circle is shaded if 6 out of 8 parts are shaded?

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6 out of 8 parts shaded represents the fraction 6/8.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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To compare fractions with the same denominator, look at the numerators. The larger numerator means the larger fraction.