Math Problem Statement

Mark the numbers 1/6, 1/3, 2/3, 5/6, 1 2/3, and 2 1/3 on the number line.

Solution

To help you mark the fractions and mixed numbers 16,13,23,56,12,23,213\frac{1}{6}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{2}{3}, \frac{5}{6}, \frac{1}{2}, \frac{2}{3}, 2 \frac{1}{3} on the number line, let’s break this into steps and calculations.


Step 1: Understand the divisions on the number line

The number line is divided into 18 equal sections. These divisions help us place the fractions in the correct spots.


Step 2: Convert fractions to equivalent terms based on 18ths

To place the fractions accurately:

  1. 16=318\frac{1}{6} = \frac{3}{18}
  2. 13=618\frac{1}{3} = \frac{6}{18}
  3. 23=1218\frac{2}{3} = \frac{12}{18}
  4. 56=1518\frac{5}{6} = \frac{15}{18}
  5. 213=2+618=26182 \frac{1}{3} = 2 + \frac{6}{18} = 2 \frac{6}{18}

Step 3: Mark each value on the number line

  1. Start at 00:
    • 16\frac{1}{6} (3/183/18) is 3 small divisions to the right of 00.
    • 13\frac{1}{3} (6/186/18) is 6 small divisions to the right of 00.
    • 23\frac{2}{3} (12/1812/18) is 12 small divisions to the right of 00.
    • 56\frac{5}{6} (15/1815/18) is 15 small divisions to the right of 00.
    • 2132 \frac{1}{3} (2+6182 + \frac{6}{18}) is 2 full units plus 6 divisions to the right.

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5 Related Questions:

  1. How can you simplify fractions to find equivalent fractions?
  2. How do you identify the scale of a number line when dividing into parts?
  3. What are mixed numbers, and how are they converted to improper fractions?
  4. How would you place fractions on a number line with uneven divisions?
  5. How do you estimate positions of fractions between whole numbers?

Tip:

When working with fractions on a number line, always convert them to a common denominator based on the divisions of the line for precise placement!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Number Line
Mixed Numbers
Common Denominators

Formulas

Fraction to Equivalent Fraction Conversion: a/b = (a*n)/(b*n)
Mixed Number to Improper Fraction Conversion

Theorems

Fractions can be converted to equivalent forms using a common denominator for accurate placement.

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 5-6