Grade 6: Reading a Ruler

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What is a ruler used for?

Back

A ruler is a tool used to measure lengths or distances.

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What are the common units of measurement on a ruler?

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Common units of measurement on a ruler include inches and centimeters.

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How many inches are in a foot?

Back

There are 12 inches in a foot.

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What does the fraction 1/2 inch look like on a ruler?

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1/2 inch is typically marked halfway between 0 and 1 inch on a ruler.

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How do you read a measurement of 7 7/8 inches on a ruler?

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7 7/8 inches is read as 7 inches and 7 eighths of an inch.

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What is the difference between a whole number and a fraction on a ruler?

Back

A whole number represents complete inches, while a fraction represents a part of an inch.

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How do you convert 2 1/2 inches to an improper fraction?

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2 1/2 inches can be converted to an improper fraction as 5/2 inches.

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What is the smallest measurement typically found on a standard ruler?

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The smallest measurement on a standard ruler is usually 1/16 of an inch.

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How do you find the total length if you have multiple measurements?

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To find the total length, add all the individual measurements together.

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What is the measurement of 9 1/16 inches on a ruler?

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9 1/16 inches is read as 9 inches and 1 sixteenth of an inch.