Why teach fractions on a number line?

It shows that a fraction is a number with a fixed place, not just part of a pizza. That idea makes comparing and adding fractions much easier later on.

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Fractions on a number line worksheet generator

Number line fraction practice: read the fraction at a given tick mark, or work out which two whole numbers a fraction sits between.

Fractions on a Number Line

Name: Date:

1.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 3?
2.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
3.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
4.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 2 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
5.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 8?
6.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
7.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 9?
8.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
9.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
10.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 8 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 7?
11.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
12.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 9 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 6?
13.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
14.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 4 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
15.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 8 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
16.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 4 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
17.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 6?
18.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 5 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
19.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 2 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
20.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 9 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?

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Fractions on a Number Line — Answer Key

Name: Date:

1.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 3?
3/10
2.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
5/6
3.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
2/6 = 1/3
4.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 2 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/2
5.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 8?
8/10 = 4/5
6.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
5/6
7.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 10 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 9?
9/10
8.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
2/7
9.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 2?
2/6 = 1/3
10.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 8 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 7?
7/8
11.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 5?
5/7
12.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 9 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 6?
6/9 = 2/3
13.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 6 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/6
14.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 4 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/4
15.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 8 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/8
16.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 4 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/4
17.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 7 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 6?
6/7
18.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 5 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/5
19.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 2 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/2
20.
A number line from 0 to 1 is split into 9 equal parts. Which fraction is at mark 1?
1/9

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Frequently asked questions

Why teach fractions on a number line?: It shows that a fraction is a number with a fixed place, not just part of a pizza. That idea makes comparing and adding fractions much easier later on.
How do I print or save these worksheets as a PDF?: Click Print worksheet and choose your printer, or pick “Save as PDF” as the destination to keep a digital copy. The answer key prints on its own page.
Can I get a fresh set of problems?: Yes. Click New problems for a brand new randomly generated worksheet, as many times as you like.
Is this worksheet generator free?: Yes. Every generator on the site is free to use, with no account, no watermark and unlimited printing for classroom or home use.