C3 Lesson 1: Part 6 Try It Out and Explain Solutions

Practice plotting mixed numbers by constructing a number line and plotting the values below.

$- 2 \frac{1}{2} and - 1 \frac{1}{2}$

In your own words, use what you have learned from your lesson to explain how fractions and mixed numbers are plotted on a number line.

Exact answers may vary, but should include the following information.

To plot fractions and mixed numbers on a number line, you need to:

Create a number line with a range that includes all of the values you plan to plot.
Label your number line with the whole numbers that represent the range of your number line.
Divide the segments between the whole numbers into smaller segments that represent the denominator of the fractions you wish to plot.
- For example, if you are plotting thirds, divide the number line into segments that represent thirds.
Plot the points you wish to represent on the number line.