Line Plots for Fractions

The video tutorial explains how to create line plots using fractions. It begins by introducing the concept of line plots and how they can be used with fractional data. An example is provided using fractions of an inch, where the number line is labeled with increments of 1/6. The tutorial demonstrates how to plot data by counting occurrences of each fraction and marking them on the line. The process is repeated for each fraction, and a table is drawn to summarize the results. The lesson concludes with a review of the steps involved in creating line plots with fractions.

What is the main difference between drawing line plots with whole numbers and fractions?

• Fractions are plotted with triangles.

• Fractions require a different type of graph.

• Fractions need careful handling on the number line.

• Whole numbers are plotted with circles.

When setting up a number line for fractions, what does the denominator indicate?

• The number of whole numbers.

• The number of equal parts between whole numbers.

• The total length of the number line.

• The number of fractions to be plotted.

Why do we focus on the part of the number line between 0 and 1 for this example?

• Because it is easier to draw.

• Because all fractions are improper.

• Because all fractions are proper and less than 1.

• Because the number line is too long.

What symbol is used to mark the occurrence of a fraction on the line plot?

• A circle

• A triangle

• A square

• An X

How many times does the fraction 1/6 appear in the data?

• Two times

• Three times

• Four times

• Five times

What is the purpose of creating a table after plotting the line plot?

• To list all fractions used

• To show the number of occurrences of each fraction

• To calculate the total length

• To compare with whole numbers

What did you learn in this lesson about line plots?

• How to draw line plots with whole numbers

• How to draw line plots with fractions

• How to draw line plots with decimals

• How to draw line plots with percentages