Even or odd numbers on number lines
key notes :
- A number is odd if it ends in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9.
- A number is even if it ends in 2, 4, 6, 8, or 0.
In math, a number line can be defined as a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals or segments along its length. A number line can be extended infinitely in any direction and is usually represented horizontally.
Learn with an example
➡️ Select the odd numbers on the number line.
Find the numbers that end in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9.
Notice the pattern. Every other number is odd.
The odd numbers are 11, 13 and 15.
➡️ Select the even numbers on the number line.
Find the numbers that end in 2, 4, 6, 8, or 0.
Notice the pattern. Every other number is even.
The even numbers are 4, 6, 8 and 10.
➡️ Select the even numbers on the number line.
Find the numbers that end in 2, 4, 6, 8, or 0.
Notice the pattern. Every other number is even.
The even numbers are 8, 10 and 12.
Let’s practice!
