Conversions
Units
Tools
Geometric Measure
Mystery
100
Convert: 24 inches = _____ feet
2
100
We use a ruler to measure things in what unit?
inches
100
What customary tool would you use to measure a pencil?
ruler
100
A square has sides that measure 3 inches each. What is the perimeter of the square? (don't forget units)
12 inches
100
Name two tools used to measure time.
watch, clock, calendar
200
How many pounds are in one ton?
2,000 lbs.
200
Which is larger ounces or pounds?
pounds
200
What tool is used to measure weight?
scale (any kind)
200
A rectangle has sides measuring 9 feet and 12 feet. What is the area of the rectangle?
108 square feet
200
When converting units, bigger to smaller you _________.
multiply
300
6 quarts = _____ pints
12 (6 X 2)
300
What two things are measured in degrees?
angles and temperature
300
A yard stick is equivalent to _____ feet.
3
300
A box has sides measuring 3 feet wide, 4 feet long, and 5 feet high. What is the volume of the box?
60 cubic feet
300
What measurement tells us how much something can hold?
capacity
400
88 ounces = _____ cups
11 (88 / 8)
400
What would be the best unit to measure Mrs. Brown's fish tank in?
gallons
400
What does it mean when the two sides of a balance scale are even?
The objects weigh the same.
400
What is an example of something that would be best mesured in square feet?
Answers will vary. (area of classroom, area of the gym floor, amount of carpet needed for a room, etc.)
400
10:10 What time will it be in 4 hours and 15 minutes?
2:25
500
137 inches = ______ feet ______ inches
11 feet 5 inches
500
Which unit would you use to describe the distance of Fayetteville above sea level? (degrees, feet, cubic inches, pounds)
feet
500
Name two customary tools used to measure capacity.
Answers will vary. (measuring cups, measuring spoons, etc.)
500
Explain the difference in perimeter, area, and volume.
perimeter-measure around an object area-measure inside a 2D object volume-measure of how much a 3D object can be hold
500
Val needs 3 cups of milk for a recipe. How many ounces of milk does Val need?
24 ounces
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