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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How do you locate a fraction on a number line?

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To locate 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 fraction does the letter F represent on the number line?

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7/9

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What fraction does the letter X represent on the number line?

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4/10

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What fraction does the letter D represent on the number line?

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8/9

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What fraction does the letter V represent on the number line?

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6/12 or 1/2

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What fraction does the letter U represent on the number line?

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9/12

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.