Year 4 - Maths
Compare and order mixed numbers using fraction sense
Compare and order mixed numbers and position on a number line
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will estimate the position of numbers on a number line using fraction sense. They will compare and order mixed numbers using fraction sense when the whole number and the numerator of the fractional part is the same.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to compare and order mixed numbers using fraction sense.
Key Notes
- Mixed numbers can be positioned on a number line to help compare and order them.
- When comparing or ordering mixed numbers, identify the integers that the mixed numbers sit between.
- Mixed numbers where the whole number part is different can be compared or ordered based on their whole number part.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Mixed number: A mixed number is a whole number and a fraction combined.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Children may count the marks rather than the equal parts between integers and may compare the fractional part of the mixed number first rather than the more significant whole number part.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Mixed numbers can be positioned on a number line to help compare and order them. When comparing or ordering mixed numbers, identify the integers that the mixed numbers sit between.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Mixed number'
A mixed number is a whole number and a fraction combined. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Children may count the marks rather than the equal parts between integers and may compare the fractional part of the mixed number first rather than the more significant whole number part. Correction: Count the equal parts in between the given integers, not the marks to determine the unit that we are working with. When comparing and ordering, consider the whole number part first - this determines which integers the mixed number sits between.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Compare mixed numbers when the denominators of fractional parts are different Study Guide
- Compare mixed numbers when the numerators of fractional parts are different Study Guide
- Estimate the position of a number on a number line using fraction sense Study Guide
- Identify numbers on marked but unlabelled number lines Study Guide
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