Understanding Fractions on a Number Line

What is the first step in identifying fractions on a number line?

• Identify the mixed numbers

• Convert fractions to decimals

• Count the number of tick marks

• Focus on the length of one unit

How many parts is the unit divided into when using thirds?

• 2 parts

• 3 parts

• 4 parts

• 5 parts

What fraction does point A represent on the number line?

• 1/3

• 2/3

• -4/3

• -7/3

How is the improper fraction -4/3 expressed as a mixed number?

• -1 2/3

• -1 1/3

• -2 1/3

• -2 2/3

In the second example, into how many parts is the unit divided?

• 5 parts

• 4 parts

• 3 parts

• 2 parts

What fraction does point B represent in the second example?

• -4/4

• -3/4

• -2/4

• -1/4

What is the fraction representation of point C in the second example?

• 3/4

• 2/4

• 4/4

• 1/4

What is the equivalent of 2/4 when simplified?

• 2/3

• 3/4

• 1/4

• 1/2

What is the simplified form of -2/4?

• -1

• -1/2

• -1/4

• -3/4

What is the equivalent of -6/4 as a mixed number?

• -2

• -3/2

• -2 1/2

• -1 1/2