Question 10 of 43intermediate🔧 ApplyDiagram3 marks

On a number line, draw lines of lengths 1/10, 3/10, and 4/5.

Correct Answer

To draw these fractions on a number line: Divide the unit length between 0 and 1 into 10 equal parts. Mark 1/10 at the first division, 3/10 at the third division. For 4/5 = 8/10, mark at the eighth division.

Exercise: Figure it Out (Section 4) | Q: 1 | (Page Page 10)
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Explanation

The chapter explains how to mark fractions on a number line. For fractions with denominator 10, divide the unit into 10 equal parts. For 4/5, convert to equivalent fraction 8/10 to mark on the same scale.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Divide the unit length (0 to 1) into 10 equal parts

  2. Step 2: Mark 1/10 at the first division mark

  3. Step 3: Mark 3/10 at the third division mark

  4. Step 4: Convert 4/5 to 8/10 and mark at the eighth division