Measuring Lengths
How long is line #4 in centimeters?
22 cm
How much longer is line #4 than line #2 in centimeters?
21 centimeters
What is the smaller unit on our ruler?
centimeters
Would you use a centimeter ruler or a meter stick to measure the length of an airplane?
meter stick
Can you name TWO measuring tools we did not learn about in class?
Thermometer, clock, watch, beaker, scale.
How long is line #1 in inches?
5 inches
How much longer is line #1 than line #3 in inches?
2 inches
What is the bigger unit on your ruler?
Inches
Would you use an inch ruler or a yard stick to measure the length of desk?
yard stick
Why might a chef need to know meter measurements when cooking?
To measure ingredients or cooking times accurately.
How long is line #3 in inches?
3 inches
How much longer is line #5 than line #1 in inches?
3 inches
What is the largest unit we have worked with?
Yards
Would you use an inch ruler or a yard stick to measure the length of a pencil?
centimeter ruler
How could you use length measurement in sports?
To measure distances for events like races or jumps.
How long is line #5 in inches?
8 inches
How much longer is line #5 than line #3 in centimeters?
5 inches
How many inches are in a yard?
36 inches
Would you use a centimeter ruler or a meter stick to measure the length of the Promethean Board?
Meter Stick
Why do builders need to measure lengths accurately?
To make sure structures are built correctly and safely.
How long is line #2 in centimeters?
1 cm
If one rope is 28 centimeters and a string is 21 centimeters, how much longer is the rope from the string?
7 centimeters
How many feet are in a yard?
3 feet
How many inches are in 1 foot?
12 inches
Describe a situation where knowing how to use both the Standard and Metric Systems would be important.
Travel!