A fraction as p/q and as a point on the number line shows the value of what?
AA single fixed rule
BPure rote memorising
CTimed speed tests
DMultiple representations
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Multiple representations
1. The paper gives this as an example of a multiplicity of representations, both useful in different contexts.
2. Understanding this about fractions is more useful than arithmetic of fractions.
3. A single rule or speed test would remove the comparison.
_Source: NCERT National Focus Group Position Paper on Teaching of Mathematics, 5.1.1 Processes_
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