Math Problem Statement

For 1-3, plot each number on the number line: 1. 1 1/2, 2. 1/3, 3. 14/6.

Solution

The task in this problem is to plot the fractions and mixed numbers on the number line. Let's solve each problem step by step.


1. 1121 \frac{1}{2}

  • Convert 1121 \frac{1}{2} into an improper fraction:
    112=321 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2}
  • Locate 32\frac{3}{2} on the number line:
    • Since 6/6=16/6 = 1, and 12/6=212/6 = 2, divide this into sixths.
    • 32=96\frac{3}{2} = \frac{9}{6}. Plot this on the number line at 96\frac{9}{6}.

2. 13\frac{1}{3}

  • Convert 13\frac{1}{3} to match the denominator in sixths: 13=26\frac{1}{3} = \frac{2}{6}
  • Locate 26\frac{2}{6} on the number line:
    • It is between 0 and 6/6=16/6 = 1. Plot it at 26\frac{2}{6}.

3. 146\frac{14}{6}

  • Simplify 146\frac{14}{6}: 146=226=213\frac{14}{6} = 2 \frac{2}{6} = 2 \frac{1}{3}
  • Locate 2262 \frac{2}{6} on the number line:
    • It is just past 2=12/62 = 12/6, at 146\frac{14}{6}.

Final Notes:

  1. 112=9/61 \frac{1}{2} = 9/6, plot at 1.51.5 on the number line.
  2. 1/3=2/61/3 = 2/6, plot at approximately 0.330.33.
  3. 14/6=2.3314/6 = 2.33, plot between 2 and 3.

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Here are 5 related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. How do you convert a mixed number into an improper fraction?
  2. Why is it helpful to express fractions with a common denominator?
  3. What is the process for simplifying a fraction?
  4. How would you plot 5/65/6 on this number line?
  5. Can you explain why 6/66/6 is equal to 1?

Tip: Always ensure the denominators are the same when comparing or plotting fractions!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Mixed Numbers
Number Line

Formulas

Conversion of mixed numbers to improper fractions
Simplification of fractions
Expressing fractions with a common denominator

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grade 5-6