Number Line

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line that represents numbers as points at equal intervals along its length, typically extending infinitely in both directions.

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How do you identify a specific point on a number line?

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To identify a specific point on a number line, locate the corresponding number and mark it at the appropriate distance from the origin (usually 0).

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What is the significance of the origin on a number line?

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The origin is the point on a number line that represents the number 0, serving as the reference point for all other numbers.

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What are positive and negative numbers on a number line?

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Positive numbers are located to the right of the origin, while negative numbers are located to the left of the origin.

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How do you represent whole numbers on a number line?

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Whole numbers are represented as discrete points on the number line, starting from 0 and extending to the right (1, 2, 3, etc.).

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What is the difference between integers and whole numbers on a number line?

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Integers include all whole numbers and their negative counterparts, while whole numbers only include non-negative numbers (0 and positive numbers).

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How can you find the distance between two points on a number line?

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The distance between two points on a number line is found by subtracting the smaller number from the larger number.

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What is the concept of intervals on a number line?

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Intervals on a number line refer to the distance between two points, which can be open (not including endpoints) or closed (including endpoints).

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How do you plot a fraction on a number line?

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To plot a fraction on a number line, divide the segment between two whole numbers into equal parts corresponding to the denominator and count the numerator parts from the left.

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What is the role of decimals on a number line?

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Decimals are represented on a number line as points between whole numbers, indicating values less than one or between whole numbers.