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Fraction Number Line Comparison

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Fraction Number Line Comparison

Use the number lines to help you place and compare fractions. Read each question carefully. Write an answer for every question.

Place fractions on a number line

1.On a number line from 0 to 1 divided into four equal parts, where is 1/2?
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  • At the first mark after 0
  • At the second mark after 0
  • At the third mark after 0
  • At 1
2.Which fraction is nearest to 0: 1/4, 1/2, or 3/4?
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  • 1/4
  • 1/2
  • 3/4
3.Write 3/4 at the correct tick mark on this number line. The line runs from 0 to 1 and is split into four equal spaces.
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4.Put these fractions in order from smallest to biggest: 3/4, 1/4, 1/2.
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Compare and connect fractions

5.Choose the correct symbol: 1/4 ___ 3/4.
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  • >
  • =
6.Which fraction is greater: 1/2 or 1/4? Explain how you know.
7.Match each fraction to the description that fits it.
  • 1/4
  • 1/2
  • 3/4
  • 2/4
  • One of two equal parts
  • The same amount as 1/2
  • Three of four equal parts
  • One of four equal parts
8.Ari has 1/2 of a pikelet and Moana has 1/4 of an equally sized pikelet. Who has more? Explain using the fractions.
9.True or false: 2/4 and 1/2 name the same amount.
TrueFalse
10.Write one sentence explaining why 2/4 is equal to 1/2.

3 printable pages

  • Fraction Number Line Comparison, page 1 of 3: Place fractions on a number line

    Page 1

  • Fraction Number Line Comparison, page 2 of 3: Compare and connect fractions

    Page 2

  • Fraction Number Line Comparison, page 3 of 3: 8. Ari has 1/2 of a pikelet and Moana has 1/4 of an equally sized pikelet. Who has

    Page 3

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