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 and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you represent 1/4 on a number line?

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1/4 is represented on a number line by dividing the segment between 0 and 1 into four equal parts and marking the first division.

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What does the denominator of a fraction indicate?

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

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What does the numerator of a fraction indicate?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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How can you identify the fraction represented by a point on a number line?

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To identify the fraction, count the number of equal segments from 0 to the point and express it as a fraction of the total segments.

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What fraction does the point halfway between 0 and 1 represent?

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The point halfway between 0 and 1 represents the fraction 1/2.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What fraction does the point at 3/4 represent on a number line?

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The point at 3/4 represents three parts out of four equal parts between 0 and 1.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions can be interpreted as division, where the numerator is divided by the denominator.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, find a common denominator or convert them to decimals and compare the values.