Fractions as a Sum of Parts on the Number Line

The video tutorial explains how to view fractions as sums of smaller fractions and demonstrates this concept using examples like 5/8 and 3/4. It shows how to break down fractions into smaller parts using both direct decomposition and the number line method. The tutorial also explores alternative ways to represent fractions, emphasizing understanding through visual representation on a number line.

What does it mean to break down a fraction into smaller parts?

How can we express 3/4 as a sum of 1/4 fractions?