Understanding Fractions on a Number Line

The video tutorial explains how to identify fractions on a number line. It covers two examples: one with quarters and another with fifths, demonstrating how to determine the fraction represented by a point on the line. The tutorial also discusses improper fractions and introduces the concept of mixed numbers, emphasizing that mixed numbers are not yet covered in detail.

What is the fraction represented by the first tick mark on a number line divided into four equal parts?

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/5

If a number line is divided into four equal parts, what fraction does the third tick mark represent?

• 3/4

• 2/4

• 4/4

• 1/4

In the second example, what fraction does the red point represent on a number line divided into five equal parts?

• 4/5

• 3/5

• 1/5

• 2/5

What is the fraction represented by the fifth tick mark on a number line divided into five equal parts?

• 2/5

• 3/5

• 4/5

• 5/5

How can the improper fraction 7/5 be expressed as a mixed number?

• 1 and 4/5

• 1 and 1/5

• 1 and 2/5

• 1 and 3/5

What is the equivalent mixed number for the improper fraction 7/5?

• 1 and 1/5

• 1 and 2/5

• 1 and 3/5

• 1 and 4/5

Which of the following is an improper fraction?

• 2/5

• 7/5

• 5/5

• 3/4

What is the correct way to express 7/5 on a number line?

• As a whole number

• As a decimal

• As an improper fraction

• As a proper fraction