Comparing 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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How do you compare two fractions?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction for 1/4?

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You can multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number, like 1/4 = 2/8.

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What fraction is greater: 1/3 or 1/2?

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1/2 is greater than 1/3.

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What does a number line show?

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A number line shows numbers in order, and you can use it to compare fractions.

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If 3/4 is on the number line, where is 3/5?

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3/5 is to the left of 3/4 on the number line.

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What is the fraction represented at point A if point A is halfway between 0 and 1?

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The fraction is 1/2.

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