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The task on the screen asks you to plot two numbers, \( -\frac{1}{2} \) and \( 2 \frac{1}{4} \), on a number line.

Here's how to approach this:

1. **Plotting \( -\frac{1}{2} \):**
   - This is a negative fraction.
   - Since \( \frac{1}{2} \) is between 0 and -1, you'll place the point exactly halfway between 0 and -1 on the number line.

2. **Plotting \( 2 \frac{1}{4} \):**
   - Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction:  
     \[
     2 \frac{1}{4} = \frac{9}{4}
     \]
   - \( \frac{9}{4} = 2.25 \), which means it's slightly to the right of 2.
   - On the number line, place the point just a bit to the right of 2 (a quarter of the distance between 2 and 3).

Would you like further details or clarification on this?

Here are 5 related questions you might find useful:
1. How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?
2. How can you simplify plotting negative fractions on a number line?
3. What is the difference between a mixed number and an improper fraction?
4. How do you plot decimals like \(2.25\) on a number line?
5. How do you determine the relative size of fractions when plotting?

**Tip:** When plotting fractions, always consider converting mixed numbers to improper fractions or decimals to locate their precise position on a number line.

Plot the numbers -1/2 and 2 1/4 on the number line below.

Learn how to plot the numbers -1/2 and 2 1/4 on a number line. This exercise covers converting mixed numbers to improper fractions and finding precise decimal positions for accurate placement. Suitable for students in Grades 6-7.

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