Relative position in math refers to the location of one object or point in relation to another object or point. It involves describing the position of one object using the position of another as a reference point.

There are several terms used to describe relative position, including:

1. Above and Below: If one object is higher than another, it is said to be "above" the other object. If it is lower, it is said to be "below."
2. Left and Right: When comparing the position of two objects horizontally, one may be to the left or right of the other.
3. Next to and Between: If an object is beside another, it is "next to" it. If it is in the middle of two other objects, it is "between" them.

Understanding relative position is important for giving and following directions, describing spatial relationships, and solving geometric problems.

For example, in geometry, students might be asked to describe the position of a point in relation to the coordinates of another point, or to determine the relative positions of different shapes in a diagram.

By understanding relative position, students develop spatial reasoning skills and the ability to communicate and understand the location of objects in space.

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• Relative PositionMathematics • First Grade