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 consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or part of a whole.

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What is the fraction represented at point S?

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1/5

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What is the fraction represented at point G?

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2/3

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What is the fraction represented at point X?

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3/5

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Which two fractions are equivalent: 1/5 and 2/10 or 2/5 and 5/10?

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1/5 and 2/10 are equivalent.

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How do you represent 3/5 on a number line?

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Locate 3 out of 5 equal parts on the number line.