Mathematics Fractions Representational 8–9 yrs

Equivalent fractions on a number line

数轴上的等值分数

Description

Understand two fractions as equivalent if they are the same size or the same point on a number line; recognise and show families of common equivalent fractions using diagrams

Mastery Evidence

✓ Use fraction strips to show 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6
✓ Verify on a number line that 2/3 and 4/6 land on the same point
✓ Identify at least three fractions equivalent to 1/2 using diagrams

Assessment Prompt

If your child sees that 2/4 and 1/2 land on the exact same point on a number line, can they explain in their own words why those two fractions are equal?