Fractions on a number line

1. Use the sliders to create a fraction of your choice.
2. Notice how the fraction and mixed number are related to each other.

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  1. Change each improper fraction into a mixed number.
    a) 11/3   b) 21/8   c) 7/4   d) 20/5
  2. Change each mixed number into an improper fraction.
    a) 2 2/3   b) 5 1/4   c) 8 1/2   d) 2 6/7
  3. Use words to describe what the picture would look like for the improper fraction 16/3. Draw a sketch of the number line for 16/3. Confirm your thoughts by setting the sliders to 16/3.

Duane Habecker, 8/9/07, Created with GeoGebra and revised by Steven Lapinski