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. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals. It helps us visualize numbers and their relationships.

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How do we show fractions on a number line?

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

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1, like 1/4 or 1/6.

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

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The fraction represented is 1/2.

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If a number line is divided into 4 equal parts, what is the size of each part?

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Each part represents the fraction 1/4.

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What fraction is shown by the X on the number line if it is at the third mark out of six?

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The fraction is 3/6.

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What is the equivalent fraction for 2/4?

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The equivalent fraction for 2/4 is 1/2.

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