A number line represents whole numbers in order, with 0 as a starting point and equal unit intervals so that each position corresponds to a quantity. The learner locates and identifies numbers within 0–100, uses counting and tens benchmarks to determine positions, and reasons about which numbers come before, after, or between others; fractional, negative, and larger-number locations are not included.
Detailed Explanation: Locate numbers on a number line
A number line shows numbers in order. Each equal space stands for 1. Start at 0, then count to the right: (1,2,3,…).
Example: Locate (24).
Find the tens numbers near (24): (20) and (30). So, (24) is between (20) and (30).
Start at (20).
Count 4 spaces to the right:
20→21→22→23→24
The fourth space after (20) is (24).
20∣21∣22∣23∣24∣25∣⋯∣30
So, place or identify (24) between (23) and (25).
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Number Line - Positive Integers, Read Number - From Ticks