Fractions on a number line

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

Front

What does the top number in a fraction represent?

Back

The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

Front

What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

Back

The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Front

How do you find a fraction on a number line?

Back

To find a fraction on a number line, divide the line into equal parts based on the denominator and count the parts based on the numerator.

Front

What fraction is shown at point A if the number line is divided into fifths?

Back

1/5, 2/5, 3/5, 4/5, 5/5.

Front

How many equal parts are needed to show thirds on a number line?

Back

You need to draw 2 lines to create 3 equal parts.

Front

What fraction is represented by the point halfway between 0 and 1 on a number line?

Back

1/2.

Front

If a number line shows 0 to 1 divided into tenths, what fraction is at the 7th mark?

Back

7/10.

Front

What is the fraction for 3 whole numbers on a number line?

Back

3/1 or simply 3.

Front

How do you represent 9/5 on a number line?

Back

You go past 1 whole (5/5) and then 4 more parts (4/5) to reach 9/5.